Who we are
Envera LIC, LLC is part of the Lesaffre family who is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare, and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our entrepreneur spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing.
Lesaffre's global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion-euro turnover. We work with customers, partners, and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being, and improve plant nutrition.
We believe in the incredible potential of microorganisms as the greatest means to better nourish and protect the planet. Fermentation is one of the most promising answers to the challenge of nourishing 9 billion people in a healthy way by 2050.
Envera is a legal entity of Lesaffre located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Envera manufactures bacteria solutions for Lesaffre BUs and different market segments such as wastewater treatment, bioremediation, cleaning solutions and many other areas where bacteria can play a key role.
What we offer
- The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability
- A great 401K plan, affordable benefits, and 10 paid holidays
- The ability to utilize your experience and knowledge to make a real impact
What you bring to the table
Proficiency in industrial fermentation operations for large-scale bacterial production, utilizing equipment such as fermenters, centrifuges, spray dryers, and CIP skids. Possess fundamental troubleshooting skills and a strong mechanical aptitude, enabling training on various equipment. Basic computer skills to comprehend process controls and automation. Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate daily interactions with diverse teams within the organization. Potential for growth in this hands-on biomanufacturing role.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Ensure SOPs are adhered to, documentation is filled out fully and correctly.
- Lead by example, embodying strong worth ethic, a level head, and good-natured professionalism.
- Facilitate smooth handoffs of products and samples between Fermentation, QC, and Production teams.
- Work with management to fix errors and improvise solutions.
- Streamline workflow, ensure work areas are kept clean and organized, adapting to changing conditions on the floor while maintaining 5S standards.
- Work closely with both Management and Maintenance teams, as well as contractors as necessary to advance department goals.
- Prepare, batch, sterilize, monitor, and process production-scale fermenters. This includes (but not limited to) media preparation, probe calibration, pH adjustment, batch sterilization/autoclaving, inoculum preparation, down-stream processing, etc. as directed by the Fermentation Supervisor.
- Troubleshoot process and perform basic PM and repairs on equipment.
- Assist with efforts in other departments when needed.
- Maintain impeccable notes and logs.
- Perform basic microbiological tests when the fermentations lab is not available.
- Work well as a team with fermentation, lab, and maintenance personnel.
- Step in for supervisors to lead operators during supervisors’ absence.
- Shift work will be required.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ambition to master and improve fermentation department.
- Mindset of responsibility, organization, collaboration, and strong work ethic.
Education and/or Experience:
- Leadership experience on a work team is necessary.
- Industrial experience required.
- Bachelor of Science in a related field is preferred, but not essential.
Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Computer Skills: To perform this job to a valued degree of success, an individual should have strong knowledge of Microsoft office tools such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Supervisory Responsibilities: In the absence of Fermentation Supervisors the Lead Operator will supervise Fermentation Operators.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
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Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
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Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Equal Opportunity Employer
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