Compounding Operator at Danimer Scientific LLC

, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compounding Process Equipment Operation, Process Monitoring, Process Adjustment, Batch Record Documentation, cGMP Compliance, SOP Compliance, Safety Protocols, Quality Deviation Reporting, Troubleshooting, Equipment Maintenance, Housekeeping, Area Audits, Continuous Improvement, Operator Training, Mechanical Aptitude, Problem-Solving

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Wellness resources NOW HIRING: Compounding Operations Technician 📍 Winchester, KY | 🌱 Biodegradable Plastics 🕒 Schedule: 10 -12-Hour Shifts (Day or Night Availability Required) 📄 Employment Type: Non-exempt | Full-time 🌱 About the Role Danimer Scientific is a biotechnology company committed to creating sustainable, biodegradable materials that reduce plastic pollution. We are seeking a Compounding Operation Technician to support hands-on production activities in our Winchester facility. If you are mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you. 🌿 What You’ll Do As a Compounding Operation Technician, you will play a critical role in safely operating and maintaining production processes while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities: Operate compounding process equipment and utilities Monitor and adjust process conditions (valves, tanks, piping, sterilization systems) Accurately document batch records and production data Maintain compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and safety protocols Identify and report quality deviations or safety concerns Troubleshoot process and equipment issues independently Review production documentation for accuracy and compliance Perform housekeeping and weekly area audits Participate in continuous improvement initiatives Support training of new operators You will have the authority and responsibility to stop production in the event of a safety or quality concern. 🎯 What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Comfortable working in a regulated manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications: 4–8 years of manufacturing experience Experience with plastics or compounding processes Familiarity with manufacturing software systems Physical & Work Requirements · Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally · Ability to wear required PPE including hearing protection · Exposure to manufacturing environments with moving equipment, airborne particles, and varying temperatures · Ability to hear machinery alarms and distinguish sounds on the production floor · Clear near and distance vision for computer and production tasks 🌿 Why Danimer? ✨ Mission-driven work (bye, plastic pollution) ✨ Growth opportunity ✨ Great pay + benefits ✨ Team-first culture ⚖️ Equal Opportunity Employer Danimer Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by law. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location where we operate.

Responsibilities

The Compounding Operation Technician will be responsible for safely operating and maintaining production processes, including monitoring and adjusting equipment like valves, tanks, and piping, while ensuring strict adherence to quality and regulatory compliance standards. Key duties involve accurately documenting batch records, identifying and reporting safety or quality deviations, and performing troubleshooting on process and equipment issues independently.