Fermentation Technologist / Trainee Fermentation Operations

Job Summary: Execute and support fermentation operations in accordance with approved process parameters, SOPs, quality requirements and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and readiness of fermenters, media, materials and equipment before the start of operations.
• Carry out fermentation activities and monitor assigned process parameters according to approved instructions.
• Maintain accurate fermentation logs, batch records, material usage and process observations.
• Coordinate sampling and communicate results or unusual observations to the supervisor/Quality team as required.
• Ensure cleaning, sanitization and equipment readiness activities are completed and recorded as per SOPs.
• Identify and promptly report process deviations, equipment abnormalities or potential contamination.
• Support process troubleshooting, yield improvement and routine operational improvement initiatives.
• Follow personal hygiene, biosafety, housekeeping and waste-handling requirements at all times.

Key Skills

Fermentation basics; microbiology/biotechnology; process monitoring; equipment handling; documentation; teamwork; safety awareness.