Bioprocessing Manufacturing Technician

Job Description ***This job will be located in Athens, GA***Immediate opening for a Bioprocess Technician operating seed and production scale bioreactors and upstream processing equipment.Specific Duties Include:Serve as a valuable member of the Bioprocess and Process Teams, working effectively to meet goals, objectives, and complete tasks to achieve desired results.Operate bioreactors to support fermentation process development and production activities, which includes cleaning, sterilizing, addition of media components, reactor sampling, and routine maintenance.Support downstream processing by assisting with running separator equipment, chemical additions, and cleaning processes.Provide timely and accurate verbal and written communication to team members and management.Work with other team members to prioritize tasks/assignments and make recommendations to maximize efficiency/productivity based on production and departmental needs.Promote and contribute to a safe working environment.Successful candidates must be willing to work, day and night shifts.Skills Required:Must possess solid problem-solving, interpersonal communication, and team-based skillsAbility to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Must be computer proficient and have good working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeBasic maintenance skills and good mechanical aptitudeAbility to multitask and prioritize workloadMust be willing and able to work in a process environment which requires frequent standing, walking upstairs, and lifting moderate weights (up to 50 lbs)Strong desire to change the worldPreferred:Demonstrated experience/knowledge working in a bioprocessing/biotechnology facility.Understand basic laboratory protocols/procedures, including basic bioprocessing and fermentation techniques, major unit operations and aseptic techniques.Education:· Associate degree and/or Equivalent work experience will be consideredCompany DescriptionWe are a growing biotechnology company in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.Company DescriptionWe are a growing biotechnology company in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.