Manufacturing Scientist

Job Title: Manufacturing Scientist

Location: South Bend, IN metro area

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65-75,000 + Benefits

About The Role

We are hiring a Manufacturing Scientist to join our growing team in South Bend, Indiana. This full-time position supports expanded production capacity following a recent merger. You’ll work with large-scale fermenters (up to 14,500L) in a dynamic, science-driven manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain fermenters, including batching, sterilization, inoculation, monitoring, harvest, and cleaning
• Perform aseptic handling and testing of bacterial cultures
• Prepare solutions, including acids and bases
• Carry out protein purification using chromatographic techniques
• Operate lab and manufacturing equipment following SOPs
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine maintenance
• Document work accurately using digital data tools
• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional staff
• Work flexible hours, including occasional nights/weekends
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field
• Experience in fermentation and protein purification preferred
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, pipetting, spectrophotometry, biosafety cabinets, and autoclave operation
• Strong basic computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Comfortable working at a lab bench for extended periods
• Team player with strong communication and documentation skills
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Join a team of 25 at a growing site backed by a larger corporate structure
• Work in a newly expanded department with cutting-edge fermentation technology
• Local candidates preferred, but relocation considered
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Match
  
  

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