Lead Operator

Location:USA : Madison
State:Wisconsin
Country:USA

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.

Join us as our new Lead Operator

The Fermentation Lead Technician sets up, monitors and controls fermentation processes. That includes staging, weighing, measuring of raw materials to safely and reliably produce and package quality probiotics. The Fermentation Lead Technician is responsible for general sanitation, computer knowledge, Process Pro, and maintaining documentation. This position will work Monday-Friday with hours of 1:30pm-10:30pm.

In this role you'll make a difference by:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty while the shift supervisor is absent or out of the office.Essential job functions and duties include supporting shift supervisor with the following, but are not limited to:

• Displayingand promotingpositive safety behaviors, uses proper personal protective equipment, appropriate safety tools, equipment and procedures that ensure self and others go home safe each day.

• Managing employees in the manufacturing of probiotics to ensure safety, quality and productivity in a hygienic and safe manner in accordance with all process procedures.

• Experienced with running the fermentation process and running CIP's of process equipment.

• Actively participatingin shift exchanges and work team meetings.

• Skilled with using automation software on the HMI, and Historian.

• Skilled with aseptic technique.

• Tears down, cleans and re-assembles equipment, i.e. mill, vessels and lines.

• Identifying, troubleshooting, and respondingto deviations in process, product, and equipment.

• Safely moveingequipment, product, and materials with powered pallet jacks.

• Evaluatingmanufacturing equipment for safety and functionality.

• Motivating workers to enhance production quantity and at the same time maintain high production standards.

• Planning, organizingand recommending strategies in ensuing that the product is developed successfully, in accordance with all process speciation documents.

• Developingand recommends improvements of facilities, equipment, or procedures to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

• Ensuringproduction and quality targets are met by all production employees.

• Assistingin training of new or existing employees.

• Maintaininga steady and smooth flow to production without any unnecessary delays.

• Assisting in implementing action plans to correct observations noted during audits.

• Setting up and operatingmachines and adjust parameters to regulate operations.

• Controlling all label activities to ensure proper storage and inventory levels are maintained.

• Inventory and requisition parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.

• Performing an in-process and post production review of the Batch Production Records and other production-related documents for accuracy, completeness and compliance with effective SOPs/SWs to ensure products are processed, packaged, and stored in a manner that meets customer, GMP, safety, and internal quality system requirements.

  • Frequency of the in-process review will be performed under the discretion of the Production Superintendent

To be successful you must hold:

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education andwork experience.

• 2 years of relevant experience in an FDA-regulated or controlled manufacturing environment, preferably dietary supplements or pharmaceuticals.

• Knowledgeable in GMP, inspection guidelines, sanitation, dietary supplement regulations, food regulations, and product safety.

• Demonstrated Excel, Outlook, Word and general office skills

• Be able to work within established routines, methods and procedures under very strict management parameters.

• Have above average planning skills and multitasking.

• A high level of understanding of the importance of working with in work instructions.

• Motivate staff members and improvement initiatives.

• Excellent verbal/written communication, organizational, planning, problem-solving and follow-up skills.

• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a diverse work group.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Other duties as required.

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

Application deadline: 3/28/25

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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