Production Operator – 3rd Shift

Valent BioSciences

. Operate production equipment in a fermentation process, including media preparation, fermenters, sterilizers, centrifuges, thin film evaporators, separators, and filtration equipment .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeOsage • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating fermentation equipment and adhering to VBC ISO9001 quality standards while ensuring safety and environmental compliance. Capable of performing minor equipment maintenance and utilizing computerized interfaces for monitoring and adjustments.

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Fermentation Process OperationPreventive MaintenanceComputerized Operator InterfacesVBC ISO9001 Quality StandardsIndustrial Truck License

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Hard Skills

Media PreparationFermenters OperationFiltration Equipment OperationCentrifuge OperationThin Film EvaporatorsSterilizers OperationIn-Process TestingValve OperationLeak MonitoringDocumentation Completion

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED2-Year Technical Degree or Related ExperienceValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Safety ComplianceEnvironmental PoliciesQuality StandardsProduction PoliciesEmergency Response Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate production equipment in a fermentation process, including media preparation, fermenters, sterilizers, centrifuges, thin film evaporators, separators, and filtration equipment
Comply with safety, environmental, quality, and production policies and procedures
Meet quality and production expectations
Operate current and future equipment and assigned area functions
Adjust equipment with assistance from Production Specialists or Production Engineers
Use computerized operator interfaces to monitor and adjust critical equipment
Perform minor equipment maintenance, including preventive maintenance and leak monitoring
Maintain a neat and clean work environment
Complete required documentation
Clean, sterilize, and operate fermenters and filtration equipment
Perform in-process testing
Manually operate valves
Follow VBC ISO9001 quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
2-year technical degree or related experience preferred
Ability to use computerized interfaces
Must be able to obtain an industrial truck license
Valid driver’s license required to obtain an industrial truck license
Ability to work 3rd shift, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, Sunday through Thursday nights
Ability to walk, climb stairs, lift up to 50 lbs., open and close valves, and stand and sit
Ability to work at varying elevations
Ability to work in extreme temperatures
Ability to perform processes wearing a full-face respirator
Ability to obtain emergency response team assignment, if assigned
Ability to follow VBC ISO9001 quality standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2.00/hour shift premium
Incentive program or profit-sharing program for all full-time employees
High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plan options
5% company contribution to 401(k)
Quarterly discretionary bonus
Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions
Financial assistance programs
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days