What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spray Drying Operator I position at Microbial Discovery Group?
About Us:
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Spray Drying Operator I will provide support in the daily operation of the production of spore forming bacteria (benign) as well as help clean the facility in the manner required for Good Manufacturing Practices of food and feed ingredients. These activities are primary responsibility of this job.
Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Spray Drying Operator I will provide support in the daily operation of the production of spore forming bacteria (benign) as well as help clean the facility in the manner required for Good Manufacturing Practices of food and feed ingredients. These activities are primary responsibility of this job.
Responsibilities:
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- Responsible for operating pilot and plant spray dryers, and all supporting equipment which include pumps, valves, cleaning systems and automation controls in the production of spray dried powder.
- Perform analytical testing to ensure the slurry and finished product meets customer specifications (moisture, pH, density, etc.)
- Submit samples of slurry and finished products to quality control or lab for analysis.
- Responsible for accurate documentation on all records or logs of raw materials, finished products and all production processes.
- Understand and follow production schedules working closely with the fermentation manager.
- Troubleshoot equipment/process related issues on the fermenters, spray dryers, and associated equipment.
- Responsible for achieving units and fermentation team goals.
- Pack product on pallets and secure for shipping
- Load product on carrier trailers and process shipping documents
- Mill freeze dried material, spin, pack, and complete documentation to transfer to production
- Spin and pack spray dried material and complete documentation to transfer to production
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
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- 1 years of experience in manufacturing, fermentation, spray drying or chemical product operations.
- Associates degree or higher is desirable with focus in fermentation or biomanufacturing or spray drying
- Majority of work is conducted in a fermentation production facility and includes frequent exposure to wet, humid, dusty, and noisy conditions
- Work includes lifting (up to 50 lbs.), standing, walking, as well as occasional scooping, kneeling, or crouching
- May be exposed to airborne particles and chemicals used in fermentation production facilities
- Mandated use of company-issued uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment
