FERMENTATION OPERATOR - MEDIA PREP

Job Description

Job Title: Media Prep Operator

Property of: CJ Bio America

1946 Harvest Ave.

Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

Job #: PROD_F_Operator Media Prep

REV: 4/8/2026

Department: Fermentation

Reports to: Fermentation Supervisor

Career Path: T

Function: Production

■Full-Time Temp

Part-Time

Exempt

■ Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Fermentation Media C/S Operator’s role is to constantly sterilize the media.

Essential Job Functions

Prepare media that goes into seed and main tanks;

Monitor the sterilization process of media;

Monitor and operate control panel;

Monitor machinery to ensure levels of tanks and operation is within normal parameter;

Add minerals to all tanks;

Enter and maintain data records;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to operate HMI computer software

General computer use skills, e.g. Excel, Word.

Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner

Willing to cross-train into other areas; ensure conformance to standard work by following the process; communicate any issues to the appropriate resources in a timely manner;

Work in a safe manner

Ability to abide by safety and regulatory regulations

Troubleshooting / problem solving skills.

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position works 12-hour rotating shifts (36 / 48 hours per week alternating, rotating nights & days every 4 weeks), which includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

This position works in a manufacturing environment, which includes exposures to moving mechanical parts, high noise levels, vibrations, varying atmospheric conditions and temperatures, hazardous chemicals, high pressure steam, dust

This position regularly requires the ability to remain in a stationary position up to 75% of shift, frequently requires standing, walking extended distances, ascending/descending stairs extended distances, close/distance vision.

Occasionally requires confined space entry, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, ascending/descending ladders, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Must be able to wear full-face respirator and protective equipment for testing. This includes minimal facial hair in order to ensure proper fit in of respirator in accordance with OSHA regulations. Must complete annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma / GED

Lab experience is preferred.

We are an E-Verify Participant

Successful completion of a post offer drug screen and criminal background check is required.

Full-time