Operator - Fermentation

Position

Objective:

Controls the fermenter to ensure that yeast cultures are grown according to to certain specifications as outlined by plant management.

Key Result Areas:

Performance Standards:

Production Area

• Ensure that yeast is correctly processed so that production schedules are met.
• Make proper fermentation nutrient additions as specified by the mash design.
• Ensure that all equipment and cream tanks and fermenters are sanitized prior to starting another fermentation.

Quality Control

• Gather consistent samples for testing by laboratory personnel.
• Maintain departmental Master Sanitation Schedule.

Regulatory Requirements

• Monitor VOC emissions to comply with Title V Permit.

Reporting

• Maintain production/ testing records and report/ documents any malfunctions to the process supervisor.

Human Resources

• Comply with HR policies and procedures.
• Comply with relevant employment laws.

Other

• Focused on continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

essential skills and knowledge

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 
• One to three year’s related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift operator’s license.
• Ability to operate specific computer software and related hardware in running large scale liquid process plants.
• Excellent science and math aptitude.

desirable skills and knowledge

• Experience in food, chemical or liquid processing and related equipment.