Fermenter Operator

about 3 years ago
Full time role
Hayward, CA, US... more
Hayward, CA, US... more

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Job Description

About Pivot Bio: 

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops.  We are dedicated to providing new sustainable ways for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on OneZero or CNN.

Position: Fermenter Operator Specialist, Hayward CA

We are looking for a candidate who thrives in a pilot plant setting and scaling-up with hands-on operations of fermentation systems and associated downstream biomass recovery processes. If this is you, you will enjoy the satisfaction of  being a crucial member of a growing team innovating the most cutting edge products in Ag Biologicals.      

Responsibilities:

  • Scale-up of prototype formulations from bench to pilot fermenter scales.
  • Recovery of biomass from fermentation using a variety of downstream processes.
  • Developing batch records, collecting, analyzing and reporting data and results.
  • Team member of strain selection and formulation development projects
  • Microbiological analysis of process streams for quality assurance.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Technical Diploma with 10 plus years pilot plant operations experience in a CRO/CMO environment.
  • Demonstrated ability with fermentation and DSP processes
  • Demonstrable safe working practices
  • Must have mechanical aptitude, and ability to manipulate heavy equipment pieces safely in place.
  • Experienced with laboratory information management systems.
  • Experienced with equipment acquisition and validation.

Must be authorized to work in the United States

What we offer:

  • Competitive package in a disruptive startup
  • Stock options
  • Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums
  • Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability policies
  • Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts
  • 401(k) plan, 3% Match
  • Commuter benefits
  • Annual Training & Development support
  • Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule
  • Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team

 

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