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Job Location drjobs

Franklin - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

About Us:
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the worlds largest problems and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed Clean Save the World. As a member of our team your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Process Specialist plays a critical role in validating optimizing and scaling manufacturing processes and equipment to support consistent high-quality production. This role works cross-functionally to enhance both upstream and downstream fermentation processes including bioreactor operations centrifugation freeze drying spray drying and related systems by integrating technical expertise and continuous improvement methodologies.
Responsibilities:
  • List responsibilities with bullet points
  • SOP & WI Development: Lead the creation review and refinement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs) for fermentation and other production processes ensuring accuracy clarity and regulatory compliance.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D engineering manufacturing and quality teams to integrate operational insights into process documentation and improvements.
  • Validation & Testing: Support the Engineering team to design and execute protocols for performance testing of new or modified equipment and systems including participation in installation commissioning verification and validation activities.
  • Training & Implementation: Conduct training for production staff on SOPs WIs and process updates ensuring consistent application of best practices across operations.
  • Process Optimization: Monitor and evaluate production processes to identify opportunities for efficiency gains troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze results from process and equipment validations to ensure performance meets specifications and regulatory standards.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Create and maintain detailed validation documents schematics protocols and engineering change notices to support continuous compliance and operational excellence.
  • Industry Awareness: Stay current with industry trends literature and regulatory changes in fermentation freeze drying spray drying and related technologies.
  • Perform other responsibilities as required to support department and company goals.
Qualifications:
Knowledge Skills Abilities
  • Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Biotechnology Bioprocess Engineering or a related science or technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing environments such as chemical process biotechnology pharmaceutical food or fermentation industries.
  • Experience in scale-up validation and process optimization preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
  • Majority of work is conducted in a laboratory environment and may include occasional exposure to cold temperatures
  • Work includes lifting (up to 30 lbs.) and frequent use of hands for handling objects tools and controls
  • May be exposed to airborne particles and chemicals used in fermentation production facilities
  • Demonstrated experience in GMP-compliant and documentation-controlled settings.
  • Familiarity with production systems such as fermentors centrifuges freeze dryers and spray dryers.
  • Proficient in validation lifecycle management root cause analysis deviation investigations and routine troubleshooting.
  • Experience supporting or participating in regulatory audits and quality assurance procedures.
Safety Requirements:
  • Mandated use of company-issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment

Required Experience:

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