Process Technician

Process Technicians (Immediate Openings)

Process Technician operating production scale bioreactors and downstream processing equipment.

We are a rapidly growing biotechnology company currently expanding research, development and production facilities in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing (yes, replacing) single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.

• Serve as valuable members of the Bioprocessing 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 on rotational schedules.

• Must possess solid problem-solving, interpersonal communication, and team-based skills
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Must be computer proficient and have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic maintenance skills and good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Must be willing and able to work in a process environment which requires frequent standing, walking up stairs, and lifting moderate weights (up to 50 lbs)
• Strong desire to change the world

• 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 technique

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in related field
• Equivalent work experience will be considered

We 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.