Production Operator

* Sumitomo Biorational formally known as Valent BioSciences* Production Operator About Us: Sumitomo Biorational is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and our products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Sumitomo Biorational operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit. The Sumitomo Biorational manufacturing site located on an expansive 73-acre site in Osage, IA is a state of the art 130,000 square foot plant and is the largest purpose-built biorational facility in the world. It serves as the manufacturing and quality control center for our broad portfolio of fermentation products. Description of Job: As a Production Operator you will operate production equipment in a fermentation process which will include media preparation, fermenters, sterilizers, centrifuges, thin film evaporators, separators, and filtration equipment. In doing so, you will comply with all policies and procedures and perform all tasks assigned in a safe manner. You will be accountable to meet quality and production expectations. Available Shift: 3rd Shift - Hours 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM Sunday - Thursday Nights Key Responsibilities: Support and comply with all safety and environmental training policies and programs. Effectively operate all current and future equipment / job functions in the area assigned. Adjust equipment with assistance from Production Specialist/ Production Engineer to achieve highest process capabilities. Use computerized operator interface to monitor and make adjustments to critical equipment. Work at varying elevations. Perform minor equipment maintenance (Preventative maintenance, monitoring for leaks, etc.). Keep a neat and clean work environment. Complete required documentation. Clean, sterilize and operate fermenters and filtration equipment. Perform in-process testing. Manually operate valves etc. Required to walk, climb stairs, lift up to 50 lbs., open and close valves, stand and sit. May be assigned to Emergency Response Team. Follow VBC ISO9001 quality standards. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures. Perform processes wearing a full-face respirator. Preferred Qualifications and Education: High school diploma or GED. Prefer a 2-year technical degree or related experience. Must be able to use computerized interfaces. Must be able to obtain an industrial truck license (require valid driver’s license). What We Offer: We recognize that compensation and…