Freeze Dry Operator I 6:00AM-2:00PM
About The Position
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 Freeze Dry Operator is responsible for operating process and utility equipment to produce quality freeze-dried products.
Requirements
- Associates or bachelor’s degree, or equivalent college experience preferred but High School degree acceptable with prior experience in fermentation, spray drying, bacterial and/or chemical products.
- 1+ years of experience in fermentation, spray drying or chemical product operations.
- High level of independence and initiative is required.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Fill slurry product in trays and freezing (standard and/or cryo-freezing).
- Load frozen slurry product into the storage freezers.
- Assist in loading the freeze dryers.
- Weighing out ingredients.
- Cleaning product trays, racks, additional cans and other general area cleaning.
- Assist with receiving and loading of goods.
- Prepare materials for shipping.
- Gain proficiency in operating scales and tray washer.
- Collaboration, ability to multi-task, adaptable, listening.
- Follows SOPs (standard operating procedures) and work instructions for all tasks to ensure safe, quality products are manufactured.
- Operate process and utility equipment e.g. forklift, in a hygienic and safe manner in accordance with all processing procedures, cGMP, HAACP, FSMA and OSHA instructions and guidelines.
- Assist in maintaining all process areas within the manufacturing environment to comply with current regulatory guidelines and procedures.
- Maintain accurate written records or logs of all production processes, cleaning or maintenance completed.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
