Job Responsibilities
Operate and monitor laboratory, pilot-scale and production fermenters 20 L to 1.5 kl.
Perform fermenter cleaning, SIP/CIP, sterilization and preparation before batches.
Carry out media preparation, sterilization and inoculation activities.
Monitor and record temperature, pH, DO, agitation/RPM, air flow, pressure, foam and feed addition.
Maintain accurate batch records, logbooks and process data.
Follow approved SOPs, batch manufacturing records and safety procedures.
Perform fermentation sampling and coordinate with QC/R&D; teams for analysis.
Handle culture transfer and aseptic operations as per SOP.
Identify abnormal process conditions and immediately inform the supervisor.
Support fermentation process optimization and scale-up activities.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the fermentation area and equipment.
Coordinate with Maintenance, QC, QA and R&D; teams for smooth batch operations.
Ensure proper handling of raw materials, chemicals and microbial cultures.
Follow GMP, GLP, EHS and company quality requirements.





Key Skills
Basic knowledge of microbial fermentation.
Knowledge of fermenter operation and process parameters.
Positive understanding of aseptic techniques.
Basic knowledge of CIP/SIP and sterilization.
Ability to understand P&ID;, equipment manuals and SOPs.
Valuable documentation and record-keeping skills.
Ability to work in shifts when required.
Valuable observation and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Experience
Experience in fermentation of antibiotics, enzymes, microbial cultures or other biotech products will be preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
Safe and efficient fermenter operation.
Batch completion as per production plan.
Accurate process monitoring and documentation.
Minimum process deviations and contamination.
Equipment cleanliness and operational readiness.
Compliance with SOP, GMP and safety requirements.

📌 Fermenter Operator Belagavi (India)
🏢 Alfanzyme Life Science
📍 India