Blair, Nebraska, United States · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Join us as our new Production Operator in the Fermentation Department. Our Production Operators at Novonesis are skilled workers tasked with setting up, monitoring, and maintaining eq…
Skills: Equipment Troubleshooting, Plant Processing Computers, Material Testing, Raw Material Preparation, Industrial Manufacturing
Hvidovre Municipality, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Vil du tage lederskab for et team, hvor effektiv drift, høj kvalitet og sikkerhed er afgørende for vores leveringssikkerhed? Som Team Manager for Frozen Pick/Pack får du en central ro…
Skills: People Management, Warehouse Operations, GMP, Lean Methodology, Problem Solving
Valinhos, São Paulo, Brazil · Hybrid
Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we are driven by the power of biology to create sustainable solutions that benefit people, nature, and the planet. The Role & Your Impact Internal support of the Salesfo…
Skills: Salesforce, ServiceNow, JIRA, PowerBI, Data Analysis
Tianjin, Tianjin, China · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we are committed to improving lives through sustainable solutions powered by biology. As part of our Tianjin TEDA plant, you will join a dedicated maintenance team that …
Skills: Mechanical Equipment Installation, Preventive Maintenance, Equipment Diagnosis, Bearings Maintenance, Mechanical Seals Maintenance
Hørsholm, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Are you our next fungal expert shaping tomorrow’s biosolutions? At Novonesis, we drive microbial innovation by discovering and advancing high-potential microbial cultures for next-gen…
Skills: Fungal Taxonomy, Fungal Physiology, Mycology, Molecular Identification, Multi-omics Analysis
Blair, Nebraska, United States · On-site
$80k–$100k/yr
Interested in a career that matters? Are you ready to lead a high-impact Quality Control team ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of enzyme and advanced food protein products? At Novonesis in Blair, Nebraska, ou…
Skills: Laboratory Leadership, Analytical Testing, Microbiological Testing, Quality Systems, Root Cause Analysis
Lyngby, North Denmark Region, Denmark · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Do you want to combine your studies with hands-on experience in global marketing within health, nutrition, and sustainability? You will join a dynamic and international marketing team…
Skills: Digital Marketing, Analytical Skills, Microsoft PowerPoint, English Communication, Content Creation
Franklinton, Louisiana, United States · On-site
$74k–$100k/yr
Interested in a career that matters? The time for biosolutions is now. At Novonesis, we’re redefining what’s possible with biology—transforming global challenges into sustainable solutions that improve everyday life. Our…
Skills: Quality Engineering, GMP, HACCP, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Principles
Kalundborg, Region Zealand, Denmark · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Are you passionate about optimizing processes and driving continuous improvements in a world-class production environment? Join Novonesis in Kalundborg and play a key role in ensuring…
Skills: Process Optimization, Lean Methodologies, GMP Compliance, Data Analysis, Problem Solving
Beijing, Beijing, China · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we believe solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. We are looking for a passionate and technically strong professional to join our Dair…
Skills: Cheese Technology, Pasta Filata Production, Phage Analysis, Contamination Control, Technical Consultation
Blair, Nebraska, United States · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Join us as our new Production Operator in the Food Recovery Department. Our Production Operators at Novonesis are skilled workers tasked with setting up, monitoring, and maintaining e…
Skills: Equipment Setup, Process Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Plant Processing Computers, Quality Testing
Beijing, Beijing, China · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Are you interested in applying data science to real-world biological innovation? Join our R&D team in Beijing and contribute to developing biological solutions that create value for c…
Skills: Python, C#, Data Visualization, Data Pipeline Design, Data Analysis
Pohlheim, Hesse, Germany · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Komm zu uns als Werkstudent/in im Bereich EHS/ Sustainability Zur Unterstützung des Bereichs Environment, Health & Safety und Sustainability an unserem Produktionsstandort in 35415 Po…
Skills: Environmental Management, Health and Safety, Sustainability, ISO 14001, ISO 50001
Hvidovre Municipality, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark · Hybrid
Interested in a career that matters? Rollen og dit bidrag: Vi er +60 engagerede kolleger fordelt på 3 teams i QC Avedøre, og vi er en del af Global QC med over 500 mennesker i 25 laboratorier globalt. Vi er et dedikeret …
Skills: People Management, Resource Management, Laboratory Planning, Quality Control, Process Optimization
Hvidovre Municipality, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? Vil du have en varieret hverdag, hvor du gør en forskel for mange mennesker? Og har du lyst til et praktisk job med ansvar og samarbejde på tværs? Så er stillingen som Junior Service …
Skills: Facility Management, Office Administration, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office
New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we partner closely with customers to deliver biological solutions that make a real difference. As part of our Customer Service team, you will play a key role in ensuring…
Skills: SAP, Order Processing, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Logistics
Bangkok, Thailand · On-site
Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we are driven by our purpose to unlock the power of biology to create better solutions for people and the planet. Our IT function plays a vital role in supporting busine…
Skills: Application Support, IT Operations, ERP, HR Systems, Workflow Tools
West Jakarta, Java, Indonesia · Hybrid
Interested in a career that matters? Join us as our new Sales & Business Development Manager, Household Care – Southeast Asia Are you ready to build new customer partnerships, open doors where Novonesis has limited prese…
Skills: B2B Sales, Account Management, Business Development, Value Proposition Development, Commercial Negotiation
Nienburg/Weser, Lower Saxony, Germany · Remote OK
Interested in a career that matters? Komm zu uns als Student Worker für den Bereich Regulatory Affairs & Product Safety (m/f/d) Wir unterstützen unsere Studierenden - also Dich – gerne beim fachlichen und persönlichen St…
Skills: Regulatory Affairs, Product Safety, Quality Management, Digitalization, Project Management
Salem, Virginia, United States · On-site
$64k–$89k/yr
Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we use biology to create sustainable solutions that improve everyday life and address global challenges. Our work spans food and beverage, human health, agriculture, and…
Skills: GMP Compliance, Food Safety, Quality Management Systems, Internal Auditing, Deviation Investigation
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The Production Operator is responsible for setting up, monitoring, and maintaining equipment used in the fermentation of microbes to produce BioSolutions. Key duties include preparing raw materials, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring production quality and safety compliance.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and are preferred to have over 3 years of industrial manufacturing experience. Physical ability to lift 60 pounds, work at heights, and enter confined spaces is required.
Join us as our new Production Operator in the Fermentation Department. Our Production Operators at Novonesis are skilled workers tasked with setting up, monitoring, and maintaining equipment and processes in our industrial biotechnology factory. Our industrial biotechnology factory uses microbes (living organisms found in nature) to produce BioSolutions—enzymes produced by fermenting and feeding microbes—and proteins used as food ingredients. These BioSolutions support a wide range of industries, including food, household care, animal nutrition, and biofuels.
In this role, you'll ensure safety, quality, and compliance of our production processes. Daily responsibilities include:
Preparing raw materials
Troubleshooting equipment
Operating plant processing computers
Making minor repairs and replacing parts
Testing materials for quality and compliance
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred
Proficient computer literacy
Ability to move freely around the factory and outdoor surroundings, including pushing, pulling, kneeling, and squatting
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds unassisted
Ability to manually manipulate and operate equipment and tools (e.g., turning valves, aligning hoses)
Use of PPE including uniform, hard hat, eye protection, ear protection, hair net, beard net, and respirator
Ability to climb stairs and work at heights (ladders, platforms, tanks)
Ability to enter and work in confined spaces
Ability to pass a written test for certification purposes
12-hour shifts alternating between days & nights every 2 weeks (6:30–7:00 am/pm)
2‑2‑3 rotation:
Week 1: Work Mon–Tue, off Wed–Thu, work Fri–Sun
Week 2: Off Mon–Tue, work Wed–Thu, off Fri–Sun
Overtime is frequently available
Mandatory Certification program with promotion opportunities to Operator II and Senior Operator
$25.05 base rate
$3/hr night shift differential
1.5× Sunday pay rate
401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
Healthcare savings account option
Employee assistance program
Parental leave
All benefits begin on your first day
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. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career
At Novonesis, we believe solutions rooted in biology are key to tackling the challenges our world faces. Enzymes, functional proteins and microorganisms are our planet's tiniest, yet mightiest agents of change. When we leverage their power with science, we create biosolutions that transform the way we all produce, consume and live. Today, we are 10,000 people worldwide whose expertise spans more than 30 different industries. All around the world our biosolutions already create value for thousands of customers and benefit the planet. Our solutions enable feeding and fueling the world more sustainably, from healthy and sustainable nutrition to biofuel. Biosolutions also reduce the use of fossil-based resources, chemicals, energy and water. And this is just the beginning. The potential is almost endless. The time for biosolutions is now. And by working closely with our partners and customers, we will continue to challenge conventional thinking and transform business with biology. Together, we will create the change our world needs. Let’s better our world with biology.
At Novonesis, we believe solutions rooted in biology are key to tackling the challenges our world faces. Enzymes, functional proteins and microorganisms are our planet's tiniest, yet mightiest agents of change. When we leverage their power with science, we create biosolutions that transform the way we all produce, consume and live. Today, we are 10,000 people worldwide whose expertise spans more than 30 different industries. All around the world our biosolutions already create value for thousands of customers and benefit the planet. Our solutions enable feeding and fueling the world more sustainably, from healthy and sustainable nutrition to biofuel. Biosolutions also reduce the use of fossil-based resources, chemicals, energy and water. And this is just the beginning. The potential is almost endless. The time for biosolutions is now. And by working closely with our partners and customers, we will continue to challenge conventional thinking and transform business with biology. Together, we will create the change our world needs. Let’s better our world with biology.
