Fermentation Microbiologist

Cargill • Blair, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fermentation Microbiologist provides technical knowledge and support related to fermentation, microbiology, and associated plant processes. The role helps lead change and improve production processes, contributing to projects and problem-solving involving fermentation and spore production. It is based in Blair, Nebraska, and relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of microbiology concepts, theories, and techniques.
• Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience or knowledge related to industrial microbiology, industrial fermentation, or high-sterility fermentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing processes and practices that promote knowledge and standards sharing within the company and with suppliers, including contract manufacturing organizations, standard operating procedures, and benchmarking.
• Develop training materials and train employees in areas of responsibility to sustain and improve plant performance within a group or department.
• Develop, deploy, and sustain microbial seed stocks for production fermentation.
• Develop laboratory trial designs and execute trials; identify trends and troubleshoot to provide knowledge and add value to the organization and to suppliers’ products, processes, and equipment.
• Continuously assess routine to difficult analytical measurement systems used to drive production decisions to ensure the accuracy of systems, equipment, and parameters.
• Independently resolve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision and escalate more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level