Operator / Manufacturing Technician, Fermentation in Nottingham

The company Adamo Foods is a deeptech food company developing an entirely new generation of meat alternatives, using our proprietary fermentation technology (3x patented). With our ultra realistic whole-cut products (starting with a filet alternative) we’ve landed letters of intent to sell products to some of the largest food distributors and restaurants. Over 90% of external tasters to date have said the Adamo Filet is the best product they’ve tried. We’re now beginning to scale up to commercial production and sales. We were recently ranked #20 in the Startups 100 index for the UK’s best new startups.

The role involves operating our production process, including fermentation, biomass processing post-harvest, and product manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience in either/both microbiology and industrial fermentation. Food manufacturing experience is nice to have. This role will also include aspects of facilities and office management.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver end-to-end production, from spore preparation and incubation, to inoculation of the seed train, fermentation, harvesting biomass, post-harvest processing, and production into meat alternatives.
• Operate bioreactors, TCU’s, pumps, filtration systems, and downstream support equipment; perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration support.
• Identify and report equipment faults; support troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Execute fermentation runs according to batch records and process instructions.
• Monitor critical process parameters: pH, temperature, DO, agitation, airflow, pressure, feed rates.
• Maintain aseptic technique and contamination control.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of biological materials, chemicals, and waste streams.
• Support environmental monitoring and housekeeping standards.
• Provide operational feedback to improve process robustness and scalability.
• Assist with other facilities and office management tasks as needed.

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in biotechnology, microbiology, biochemical engineering, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• Experience in fermentation, ideally with filamentous fungi.
• Practical experience operating bioreactors (lab, pilot, or industrial scale).
• Experience using Standard Operating Procedures.
• A strategic and analytical mind-set, able to find new ways to reach goals.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent data analysis skills, attention to detail, and record keeping.
• Self-motivated and able to drive work as part of a small team.
• Passion for food, the plant-based industry, and sustainability.
• The right to work in the UK; unfortunately, we’re not able to sponsor visas for this role.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working.
• Team socials and away days and regular product tastings.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, with equal opportunities for all applicants on the basis of merit. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or national origin. All applications are welcome.

How to apply: Please send your CV to paul@adamofoods.com.