Production Fermentation Executive - Bacillus subtilis/licheniformis | Upstream & Downstream | Vijayawada/Gannavaram
Blueweight Biosciences Pvt Ltd, a leader in probiotics for aquaculture and animal health, seeks a hands-on Production Fermentation Executive for our facility in Tempalli Village, Gannavaram Mandal, Vijayawada, Krishna District, AP (521286). Lead full-scale bacterial production from seed prep to spray-dried crude powder, focusing on Bacillus subtilis and B. licheniformis.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute upstream fermentation: seed preparation, inoculum build-up, batch/fed-batch in industrial fermenters for spore/non-spore Bacillus strains.
- Manage downstream processing: centrifugation, harvesting, filtration, spray drying to final crude powder.
- Optimize processes for yield, purity; perform QC checks, troubleshoot scale-up issues.
- Maintain fermenters, centrifuges, dryers; ensure GMP compliance and documentation.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- M.Sc./Ph.D. in Microbiology/Biotechnology with 5+ years hands-on commercial bacterial fermentation (upstream to downstream).
- Proven expertise: Bacillus subtilis/licheniformis production; daily operation of fermenters (5L-5000L+), centrifuges (disc-stack/decanter), spray dryers.
- Full process ownership: seed prep → fermentation → harvest → drying → powder packaging.
Must-Have Hands-On Skills (No Exceptions)
- Centrifugation & spray drying of bacterial cultures.
- Upstream: media prep, inoculation, DO/pH control, harvesting.
- Downstream: biomass recovery, crude powder formulation.
Location & Preferences
- Must reside in Vijayawada/Gannavaram or Andhra/Telangana (within 40km); no relocation or candidates from Gujarat/Hyderabad/outside AP/Telangana.
- Local hires preferred for immediate joining.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (negotiable, ₹6-8 LPA based on experience).
- Growth in probiotics innovation; dynamic team in Vijayawada.
Apply Now: Email resume + cover letter listing specific machines/tools (e.g., "GEA centrifuge model") to [email protected].
Screening Q: "Describe your spray drying process for B. subtilis." Open until filled. Call 91-8019504508. www.blueweight.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Have you run spray dryers for Bacillus crude powder production?
- Name specific Bacillus strains you've fermented commercially (e.g., B. subtilis)?
- Can you speak Telugu, and willing to relocate to Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh ?
Experience:
- hands-on bacterial fermentation : 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
