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    Industrial Fermentation Technician ... similar to shift brewer or cellar technician

    Attention all brewers, cellar technicians, and brewery production staff … we are looking for you!

    Are you a motivated, self-starter with a mindset for systems operation?
    Are you looking to make an impact, and positively affect the world we live in?
    Are you looking to be part of scientific innovation in the field of fermentation?
    Then Envera may be right for you!


    Envera is a fermentation-based biotech company located in historic West Chester, PA. Our main goal is to produce microbiological solutions to environmental problems, intelligently manage our environmental impact, and use science to improve the daily operations of many different industries; from animal and plant health to bioredmediation and custom fermentations. We take pride in finding, culturing, developing, and fermenting new Bacillus strains, and formulating innovative new products.

    Of special note, with the help of our parent company Lesaffre, we are expanding our operations to include doubling our industrial fermentation capacity in the next year. Positions are now available to qualified applicants. This position is roughly akin to a shift brewing technician or shift cellar technician job, with elements of both hot and cold side operations.

    Now is the time to join a growing, forward-thinking team, dedicated to improving our environmental impact with fermentation.

    If interested please check-out the attached job description and contact us!

    Envera – Scientific Solutions for the Environmental Era





    Position Summary: Primary function of this position is to conduct operations in the Production Fermentation area for industrial fermenters. Core competence in all equipment and infrastructure throughout the process is required, as is basic troubleshooting and strong mechanical aptitude. Interfaces with processing supervisors and operators, maintenance workers and general service operators, Fermentation Lab Technicians, and QC Technicians to obtain samples, explain needed maintenance or request supplies.

    Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
    • Prepare, batch, sterilize, monitor and sanitize production Fermenters. This includes media preparation, probe calibration, pH adjustment, batch sterilization/autoclaving, inoculum preparation, down-stream processing, etc.
    • Monitor Fermentations using process automation, aseptic sampling, and benchtop measurements.
    • Safely work in manufacturing areas, following forklift, confined space, work-from-height, chemical handling, and LOTO safety procedures without deviation.
    • Ability to handle basic repairs, PM’s, and simple troubleshooting as necessary.
    • Assist with efforts in other departments when needed.
    • Maintain clean and organized 5S work areas.
    • Maintain thorough documentation.
    • Work well as a team with fermentation and lab personnel.
    • Shift work will be required.
    Qualifications
    • Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
    • Ability to work well as part of a team.
    • Ambition to master and improve fermentation department.
    • Responsible, organized and good work ethic
    Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science preferred, but not essential. Industrial experience preferred.

    Computer Skills: Microsoft office tools such as including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

    Physical Demands: Employee must lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

    Benefits: Competitive Salary, Medical, Dental, 401k Matching, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, and Tuition Reimbursement.

    If you are interested in this position, please contact Eric Jorgenson at ejorgenson@envera.com
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