Downstream Processing (DSP) Operator
Winchester, KY | Biodegradable Plastics
Schedule: 12 Hour Shifts on a 2-2-3 pattern (Day or Night Availability Required)
Employment Type: Non-exempt | Full-time At Danimer Scientific, we're building the future of sustainable materialsand that takes skilled operators who care about quality, safety, and doing things the right way. As a Downstream Processing (DSP) Operator, you'll play a hands-on role in producing advanced materials in a cGMP manufacturing environment while working with a collaborative, safety-focused team. If you enjoy technical work, problem-solving, and being part of a process that truly matters, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do Under the guidance of a Team Leader and Manufacturing Management, the DSP Operator is responsible for executing day-to-day production activities in the Downstream Processing area. This role is hands-on, detail-oriented, and critical to maintaining product quality and process reliability.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Operate and monitor downstream processing equipment and utilities
- Start/stop pumps, open/close manual valves, collect samples, and respond to process alarms
- Monitor process conditions and adjust parameters to maintain stability
- Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation in compliance with cGMP standards
- Review production documentation for accuracy, completeness, and quality compliance
- Add chemicals and process additives based on calculations and procedures
- Troubleshoot process or equipment deviations and initiate corrective actions
- Communicate production metrics, issues, and shift handoffs clearly
- Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready work areas per GMP standards
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, and efficiency
- Train and support new or developing operators
- Serve as a safety leaderstop production when a quality or safety concern is identified
What We're Looking For Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy
- Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working with automated systems and manual equipment
- Proficient with basic computer systems (Microsoft Suite)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree in applied process technologies or related field
- Prior experience in biotech, chemical, or cGMP manufacturing
- Working knowledge of GMP, safety protocols, and quality systems
Work Schedule:
- Full-time, 12-hour shifts
- Days or nights, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and climb ladders/stairs
- Work in hot, cold, loud, and industrial manufacturing environments
- Use of PPE including hearing protection in designated areas
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, and airborne particles
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. We strictly prohibit any form of workplace harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Apply now and be part of something bigger. We're advancing the future of sustainable materials and we're not alone! Our commitment to replacing traditional plastics with biodegradable, compostable solutions is now backed by a strong, new partnership with Teknor Apex Company - a global leader in material science. Together, we're turning shared vision and shared values into real-world impact. Join us as we celebrate a partnership that moves sustainability forward!
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