Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

* 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 benefits play a crucial role in your career decisions. That’s why we’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees.

Base Salary 3rd Shift: The estimated pay for this position ranges from: $24.86 to $29.81 per hour plus an additional $2.00/hour shift premium. Individual pay is based upon location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit-sharing program in addition to their base salary.

Benefits: 

•    High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans

•    5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus

•    Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions

•    Financial assistance programs to support your goals

•    Life and disability insurance for added security

•    Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days 

Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

At Sumitomo Biorational, we’re proud to power a sustainable future through our work. Sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) have been at the core of our culture since the beginning. Today, they continue to drive everything we do.

Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to a better world.

•    Sumitomo Biorational is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

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