Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Building Tomorrow’s Sustainability

Danimer Scientific imagines a cleaner, healthier world: a world without the massive plastic pollution that litters our planet today. In fact, we’re doing more than imagining it. We’re creating it. Do you want to help?

Description: This position is for an Operator Technician in the Downstream Operations at our Winchester Kentucky facility.

Fundamental Components:

Follow the direction of the team leader and overall direction of management.

Operations of process equipment, open/closure of valves, monitoring process conditions and adjusting as needed.

Ensures work performed is accurate, timely, efficient and compliant with company policies, plant SOP’s, cGMP regulations and FDA regulations.

Report quality deviations or non-conformances observed, monitor batch production records throughout the extrusion process.

Able to troubleshoot issues with process or equipment independently and initiate appropriate action when deviations occur.

Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, safety and/or cycle time.

Perform on the job training for new and developing operators.

Ensure cleanliness of process areas.

Collaborates effectively with other departments.

Background Experience:

Required: High school diploma or GED, 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Preferred: 4-8 years of experience in manufacturing and/or distillation environment

Expected Hours of Work: Full-time position. Must be willing to work a 12-hour shift, must be willing to work day shift or night shift including weekends and holidays. Overtime is required. (2-2-3 schedule: 2 days/nights on 2 days/nights off 3 days/nights on 2 days/nights off 2 days/night on 3 days/nights off and repeat)

Percent of Travel Required: 0-10%

Benefit Eligibility: Medical, dental, vision, 401-K, paid vacations

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States

AAP/EEO Statement

Danimer Scientific provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Danimer Scientific complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Danimer Scientific expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Danimer Scientific’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.