Fermentation Coordinator

Are you ready fora new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Fermentation Coordinator

We are seeking a Fermentation Coordinator who will improve team efficiency by giving support both operationally and administratively. You'll be a problem solver, optimizer, collaborator, trainer, and team player.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Contributing to the Site Leadership Team by applying continuous improvement methodologies and technical expertise to:
  • Deliver proactive solutions to operational challenges.
  • Improve processes to deliver efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Collaborate with supervision to optimize equipment and operator performance.
  • Drive reduction of quality non-conformities.
  • Troubleshoot and/or identify equipment failures or problems.
  • Act as liaison between planning/scheduling and production with support of scheduling.
  • Support inter-departmental improvements between Fermentation and other supporting departments as needed including Warehouse, QC, QO, Engineering, and Maintenance.
• Developing, implementing, and upkeep of comprehensive training plans for the purpose of onboarding new employees and progressing the development of current ones.
• Supporting establishing standards for training and records maintenance, writes procedures, coordinates training events and assists in training.
• Leveraging systems & data from Excel and SAP to drive decisions and improvements on the floor.
• Assisting others as required by production demands or by direction of management. This may include:
  • Operating equipment as needed to achieve on time deliveries.
  • Using SAP to confirm goods, move materials, request materials, and review historical information on materials.
  • Delivering shift communications and reporting
  • Serving as backup to the Lead Operator and Supervisor as needed.

To succeed you must hold:

• HS diploma or equivalent with 5 or more years of experience in a production environment preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English with the ability to effectively communicate oral and written information and respond to questions from managers and other employees in a professional manner.
• Fully trained expert in all production areas of responsibility.
• Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs and ERP system (SAP preferred).
• Know how to read and interpret process flow diagrams looking for potential improvements.
• Possess working knowledge of continuous improvement principles and their application.
• Ability to operate a pallet walker and/or forklift.
• Ability to use basic hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, wrench) for assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, scoop, kneel, crouch, and lift or move materials up to 55 lbs. with occasional assisted lifting up to 100 lbs.

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Application Deadline: December 10, 2025

Expected Salary Range: $33/hr to $38/hr

Benefits you will enjoy:

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution!
• Minimum of 3 weeks' vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• All benefits begin on your first day

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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Novonesis is dedicated to fostering a unique community by embracing and respecting differences. We make all employment decisions based on business needs, ensuring that every individual can thrive, regardless of identity or background such as ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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