Fermentation Operator

Maravai LifeSciences enables the development of drug therapies, diagnostics and novel vaccines and supports research on human diseases through its portfolio of market-leading companies and proprietary technologies. Maravai companies are global leaders in providing products and services into the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.
Alphazyme, a Maravai LifeSciences company, is looking for a Fermentation Operator to join the growing team! The Fermentation Operator executes the Company's enzyme manufacturing projects according to customer-driven timelines and internal prioritization, focusing on operating and maintaining equipment used in the manufacturing of protein enzyme products in compliance with the FDA's 21 CFR 211/820 design control requirements, and following SOP's while maintaining a real-time electronic notebook.
Description of Duties:

• Conduct g eneral operations such as bioreactor building/sterilization, cleanup and turnover of bioreactors to maintain a set run schedule.
• Exe cute o ffline sample analysis including: Optical Densities, Cell counting, and metabolite analysis.
• Collaborate with multiple areas to execute data mining efforts in support of long-term project management .
• Maintain records and test results following good manufacturing practices (GMP) Work independently and efficiently .

• Document work clearly and perform procedures accurately c ommunicate effectively
• Communicate results at team meetings, contribute to project and experiment planning.
• Follow SOP and WI protocols, operational processes, and safety best practices.
• Follow safety, quality control and quality assurance procedures .
• Identif y technical issues, troubleshooting, solve problems and achieve s clear resolution .

• Maintain laboratory documentation in accordance with applicable scientific, regulatory, and intellectual property requirements .
• Maintain clean work areas and equipment .
• Perform Preventative Maintenance schedules with supervision as needed .
• Perform other functions and duties as required.

Job Qualifications:

• Degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field is preferred
• Some industrial experience is preferred.
• Must have excellent sterile technique.
• Ability to record data, compile, analyze and communicate results is required

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and passion for problem-solving.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, as required, to meet development and maintenance scheduling needs.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player, results oriented and able to work in multidisciplinary teams

• Creativity, strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Computer skills (Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access is expected).
• Experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or ISO 13485 environment is desired
• Ability to organize tasks and work cooperatively; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to use science literature and reference texts; ability to keep accurate records; ability to work safely.
• Work includes periodic evening and/or early morning weekday hours as well as periodic weekend hours.

Maravai LifeSciences offers competitive wages and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD, and a retirement plan.
Maravai LifeSciences is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Click here to view Maravai LifeSciences Privacy Notice
HIRING SCAM ALERT
Recently, individuals impersonating Maravai LifeSciences Human Resources members have offered fraudulent interviews and job offers to unsuspecting candidates. To help protect you from these scam artists, please be aware that:

• Maravai LifeSciences will never interview a candidate over RingCentral, similar messaging apps or social media (e.g. Telegram, Google Hangouts, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, etc.)
• Maravai LifeSciences will never send a company check or ask an applicant to pay a fee or purchase at home work/training materials in connection with an application for employment.
• Maravai LifeSciences will never provide excess money to an applicant and ask the applicant to write a check for repayment.

If you have any doubt about a job offer or any other communication purporting to come from Maravai LifeSciences, please reach out to us directly at taops@maravai.com . If believe you have been a victim of fraud, you can report this activity at: www.iC3.gov or www.stopfraud.gov .