Production Microbiologist at Locus Management LLC – Solon, Ohio

Who WE are…

Locus Fermentation Solutions is a USA-Based Biotech company delivering high-performance, bio-based solutions across agriculture, energy, mining, and industrial markets. We specialize in advanced fermentation and formulation technologies that push performance beyond the limits of conventional chemistry.

OUR MISSION is to redefine what’s possible by using biosurfactants and microbial solutions as powerful performance amplifiers—driving superior solution performance while improving sustainability across industries.

We are looking for creative and collaborative outside-the-box thinkers who thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial-style environments. Learn more about us at Locusfs.com!

What you’ll be doing:

The Production Microbiologist is an entry-level professional responsible for bringing technical

expertise to the production process. The Production Microbiologist is a hybrid position between the production

floor (80%) and laboratory (20%) and requires proficiency in both settings.

Location: Solon, OH

Key responsibilities (day-to-day)

· Work with a small team of other microbiologists and production operators

· Follow SOP’s utilizing good laboratory practices and good documentation practices.

· Formulate and fill product batches documenting in real time to maintain product quality. Often requires

lifting up to 50 lbs.

· Operation and routine maintenance of filling machines, blenders, and other production equipment.

· Collect and turnover batch samples to quality control for testing and analysis.

· Actively participate in production meetings by voicing concerns, recommendations for process

improvements and providing production updates.

· General production equipment cleaning and sterilization.

· Maintain the warehouse and laboratory, ensuring a high level of cleanliness and organization of materials

through routine cycle counts.

Secondary responsibilities

· Prepare Inoculum for fermentation utilizing aseptic technique

· Prepare reactors for fermentation, including the loading of raw materials, setting parameters, testing

equipment functionality, and inoculation of culture.

· Operation of centrifuge and reactor PLCs to gather data and set temperature, pH, and other parameters.

· Other various laboratory product experiments and troubleshooting.

· Mentor and cross-train with production operators.

· Crosstrain with quality control on plating techniques.

Qualifications & Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology or related scientific field or combination of education and

related experience required.

· Experience working in a laboratory setting and familiarity with microbiology techniques including

streaking, plating, CFU counts, cell identification, and media preparation required.

· An understanding of basic algebra and scientific notation.

· Preferred but not required: Familiarly with production equipment and warehouse operations.

Physical Requirements:

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to

move through the warehouse 60% of the time and remain in a stationary position 40% of the time. The employee

is required to consistently position self as appropriate to operate and maintain equipment in the warehouse and

progress production cycles. The employee will occasionally lift and carry up to 55 lbs. Employees will occasionally

use a computer, phone, copier, and other office equipment over the course of employment.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a temperature-controlled warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job,

the employee is occasionally exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. This may include warm, hot or

cold temperatures. Usually, the temperature is around

What’s in it for you:

· Competitive Salary

· Medical/Dental/Vison Benefits

· 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

· Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Paid Holidays

· Volunteer Hours

· Annual allowance of Floating Holidays

· Tuition Assistance and Continuing Education Reimbursement Policy