What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Novonesis AS?
Are you ready for a 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.
In this role you'll make an impact by:
Our Production Operators at Novonesis are skilled workers who are tasked with setting up, monitoring, and maintaining equipment and processes in our industrial biotechnology factory. Our industrial biotechnology factory uses microbes (living organisms found in nature) to produce biosolutions which are enzymes (produced by fermenting & feeding microbes) and proteins used as food ingredients. The biosolutions are used in the production of a variety of products in industries such as food, household care, animal nutrition, biofuels and more. The role of the Production Operator is key to ensure safety, quality and compliance of the production process. Some duties they are tasked with daily include: preparing raw materials, troubleshooting equipment, operating plant processing computers, making minor repairs, replacing parts, and testing materials for quality & compliance.
Required experience & abilities:
Schedule:
Expected starting salary:
Benefits you will enjoy:
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.
Want to learn more?
Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com
Not the right fit for you?
Even if this job isn't the right fit for you, perhaps you know someone who might find it interesting. If so, please feel free to share the job link and encourage them to apply. Thank you for your referral Please check out our other open positions. The right fit for you could just be a few clicks away. Novonesis AS
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.
In this role you'll make an impact by:
Our Production Operators at Novonesis are skilled workers who are tasked with setting up, monitoring, and maintaining equipment and processes in our industrial biotechnology factory. Our industrial biotechnology factory uses microbes (living organisms found in nature) to produce biosolutions which are enzymes (produced by fermenting & feeding microbes) and proteins used as food ingredients. The biosolutions are used in the production of a variety of products in industries such as food, household care, animal nutrition, biofuels and more. The role of the Production Operator is key to ensure safety, quality and compliance of the production process. Some duties they are tasked with daily include: preparing raw materials, troubleshooting equipment, operating plant processing computers, making minor repairs, replacing parts, and testing materials for quality & compliance.
Required experience & abilities:
- HS diploma or equivalent
- Proficient computer literacy
- Physical abilities:
- Move freely around in the factory and outdoor surroundings, including the ability to push, pull, kneel, and squat
- Lift up to 60 pounds unassisted
- Use PPE such as but not limited to: uniform, hard hat, eye protection, ear protection, hair net, beard net, & respirator
- Climb stairs and work at heights (ladders, platforms, & tanks)
- Enter & work in a confined space
Schedule:
- 12-hour shifts alternating between days & nights every 2 weeks (6:30-7:00 am/pm)
- 2-2-3 rotation
- Week 1: Work Monday and Tuesday, off Wednesday and Thursday, work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- Week 2: Off Monday and Tuesday, work Wednesday and Thursday, off Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Expected starting salary:
- $53k to $55k annually based upon experience
- Overtime available
- Certification program available for increasing base pay
Benefits you will enjoy:
- 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
- PTO: 120 hours of vacation, 80 hours of wellness, & 32 hours of floating holiday
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
- Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
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.
Want to learn more?
Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com
Not the right fit for you?
Even if this job isn't the right fit for you, perhaps you know someone who might find it interesting. If so, please feel free to share the job link and encourage them to apply. Thank you for your referral Please check out our other open positions. The right fit for you could just be a few clicks away. Novonesis AS
Salary : $53,000 - $55,000
