Location: Milwaukee,WI, USA
Location: USA : West Allis
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 Production Specialist
This position works under general direction and is primarily responsible for investigating and proposing technology solutions to optimize and correct Culture plant processes.
In this role you'll make an impact by:
* Championing safety, quality, compliance, efficiency, and change management in all activities
* Completing projects, optimizations, corrections, process confirmations, and safety/quality observations
* Liaising between Production, Quality Control, Planning, and Commercial Development to produce and release quality product in an efficient manner
* Managing and maintaining assigned culture portfolio
* Improving the quality and optimization of current cultures and process technology
* Using systematic problem-solving techniques to correct issues and develop improvements
* Working with operators and supervisors to troubleshoot equipment or product problems in the plant
* Introducing new recipes and production processes for new and existing cultures
* Creating training documents and reference information for operators on new processes
* Supporting the validation of equipment
* Participating in global network meetings
To succeed you must hold:
* Ability to read, write, and speak English
* Ability to read and write technical documents that are easily understood by Operators, Technicians, et al.
* Basic understanding of process flow diagrams, automation interfaces, and technical literature
* Ability to understand design of experiment models in a production environment
* Basic mathematical skills to analyze data and perform calculations for production (dosages, dilutions, etc.)
* Basic knowledge of microbiology and product application to disposition products from test results
* Proficient with Microsoft Office and other basic IT systems (document control, change control, etc.)
* Basic knowledge in production systems (e.g., SAP, LIMS, Business Objects/Informatics, etc.)
* Experience with project management, systematic problem solving, and LEAN/Six Sigma principles a plus
* Demonstrated competence in a production environment
* These characteristics may be acquired through a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, such as a microbiology, food science, or engineering, and one to two years of experience in a manufacturing environment (food or biotech preferred)
* PCQI Certification will be required and is supplied by internal Quality Assurance resources
Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!
Application deadline: 11/15/24
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
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