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Fermentation Operator

Novozymes North America

Location: Salem, Virginia
Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Non-Remote
Posted on: February 21, 2024
Fermentation Operator
Salem , VA
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Job Description
Are you ready fora new beginning?
We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.
Our purpose points the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.
We're here to better our world with biology.
Do you want to rethink your impact? Are you passionate abouthands on production work and maintaining a clean production environment that has a major impact on the world? Then you might be our new Fermentation Operator.
What if you could work for a cause, not just a company?
Novozymes is the global market leader in biological solutions. We help build better lives. Together with our customers, partners and the global community, we use our innovative thinking and passion for science to boost industries and make everyday products more sustainable for the good of the planet. As the world's leading provider of industrial enzymes and microorganisms, our bio-innovation enables higher agricultural yields, low-temperature washing, energy-efficient production, renewable fuel and many, many other biological solutions that the world can benefit from today and in the future. We call it Rethink Tomorrow.
Join us as our newFermentation Operator
You will work as a team member on production equipment to make beneficial bacteria that are used in a wide range of applications across the globe to make the world a more sustainable place. Come join us to learn this unique production experience and be a member of a great working culture.
In this role you'll make an impact by:
• Operating and cleaning production equipment like fermenters, centrifuges, and spray dryer
• Maintaining clean production environment by learning and implementing hygiene and GMP practices
• Using computer skills to communicate, track information, and complete inventory transactions
• Actively caring about workplace safety and being an engaged participant in our safety culture
• Helping facilitate a process of continuous improvement by learning and applying LEAN manufacturing concepts
• Filling out and documenting process paperwork
• Maintaining a positive attitude and sustaining a level of diligence and passion about your work
To succeed you must:
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Have a HS diploma or GED equivalent (higher education - college degree - is heavily preferred, especially in applicable fields such as Biology, Engineering, etc.)
• Be able to walk up and down steps consistently, and work at elevated heights
• Be able to maintain physical mobility (bend, turn, reach, etc. consistently through work shift)
• Be able to lift and manipulate up to 50 lbs. consistently
• Have good computer skills - knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications, email, web based applications, etc.
• Be wiling to work nights and weekends with 12 hour shifts
Location:
This job will be located in Salem, Virginia
Are you passionate about making a sustainable impact, and do you see yourself in this position? Then unlock your passion and apply today!
Application deadline: February 26, 2024
Novozymes is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability or veteran status.
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Want to learn more?
At Novozymes, we invite you to join us in finding biological solutions to the world's problems. Being a pioneering company, we seek people, who are eager to try new things, motivated by challenge and not afraid to fail but driven to try again. And again.Original thinkinghappenswhen we're given the flexibility to focus and the freedom to fully unfold our individual strengths. This is key to our innovation power and how we have become one of the top patent holdersin the biotech industry. Learn more about Novozymes, our purpose, and your career opportunities atnovozymes.com.
Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!
At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.
Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.
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Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at
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Job Summary
Company
Novozymes North America
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open