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Balchem

$20 - $22/hr

Operate the equipment (spray dryer) using the proper cores and orifices and make sure they are cleaned or replaced when necessary * Check spray patterns and make corrections when necessary * Record ...

Balchem Corporation

Production Operator

Ogden, UT · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Operate the equipment (spray dryer) using the proper cores and orifices and make sure they are cleaned or replaced when necessary * Check spray patterns and make corrections when necessary * Record ...

Balchem

$20 - $22/hr

Operate the equipment (spray dryer) using the proper cores and orifices and make sure they are cleaned or replaced when necessary * Check spray patterns and make corrections when necessary * Record ...

Balchem Corporation

Production Operator

Ogden, UT

$20 - $22/hr

Operate the equipment (spray dryer) using the proper cores and orifices and make sure they are cleaned or replaced when necessary * Check spray patterns and make corrections when necessary * Record ...

Carbery Group

HVP Spray Dry Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21.13 - $31.69/hr

Adjust Spray Drying parameters to maximize output and reduce downtime. * Documentation of Drying ... Washes all components of Dryer system as needed. * Nitric Wash of VLS according to schedule.

Sartori

Whey Protein Operator

Crescent City, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $23.50/hr

Dryer Operation: • Operates and monitors WPC dryers (spray dryer and fluid bed) to ensure optimal drying parameters are maintained. • Adjusts temperature, airflow, and feed rates as needed to ...

Sartori

Relief Operator III

Crescent City, CA

$21.25 - $28.75/hr

Operates and monitors lactose dryers (spray dryer, fluid bed, or other) to ensure optimal drying parameters are maintained. * Adjusts temperature, airflow, and feed rates as needed to ensure ...

Sartori

Relief Operator III

Crescent City, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $28.75/hr

Operates and monitors lactose dryers (spray dryer, fluid bed, or other) to ensure optimal drying parameters are maintained. * Adjusts temperature, airflow, and feed rates as needed to ensure ...

Sartori

Whey Protein Operator

Crescent City, CA

$19.25 - $23.50/hr

Dryer Operation: · Operates and monitors WPC dryers (spray dryer and fluid bed) to ensure optimal drying parameters are maintained. · Adjusts temperature, airflow, and feed rates as needed to ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for spray dryer in the United States is $19.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Spray Dryers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and adhering to strict safety and cleanliness standards. The role requires careful monitoring of process parameters and quick adjustment when conditions change to prevent product loss or contamination. Additionally, coordinating with quality control teams and maintenance staff is a routine part of the job to ensure smooth production flow. Successfully managing these challenges is key to minimizing downtime and delivering reliable results in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

What is a Spray Dryer job?

A Spray Dryer job involves operating and maintaining spray drying equipment used to convert liquid substances into dry powders. Responsibilities include monitoring temperature, pressure, and airflow to ensure efficient drying processes. Workers may also troubleshoot issues, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role is commonly found in food, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing industries. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of machinery operation are essential for success in this position.

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To thrive as a Spray Dryer, you need a strong understanding of industrial drying processes, equipment operation, and adherence to safety and quality standards, often supported by a background in food science, chemistry, or engineering. Familiarity with manufacturing control systems, automated spray drying machinery, and possibly HACCP or GMP certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are important soft skills for monitoring production and addressing issues. These abilities ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality product output in a manufacturing environment.

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Senior Process Engineer, Spray Drying

Seran BioScience

Bend, OR • On-site

$109K - $141K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Seran is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer with deep spray drying expertise to develop, scale, and transfer robust processes for small molecule and complex drug products. You will lead end-to-end unit operations-from feasibility and DOE through clinical/commercial scale-up-while ensuring safety, quality (GMP), and operational excellence in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
 
As the system owner, the Process Engineer oversees creation and revision of equipment documentation packages, supports regulatory and client audits, and ensures alignment with cGMP expectations. They maintain a deep, datadriven understanding of equipment performance, analyze trends to anticipate issues, and drive improvements that enhance reliability, yield, and product quality. The role collaborates closely with Maintenance, Quality, Validation, and Manufacturing to coordinate spareparts strategies, preventative maintenance, calibration schedules, and implementation of cleaninplace systems. In a CDMO setting, the engineer also partners with clients and internal teams to support tech transfers, scaleup activities, and lifecycle management of spraydrying processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • System owner of commercial spray drying equipment, including solution preparation, spray drying, and secondary drying systems
  • Oversee creation of and revisions of equipment documentation packages
  • Assess and implement continuous improvements of spray dryer and associated unit operations driving reduced cycle times, increase yields, improve consistency; lead root cause analyses and FMEAs.
  • Collaborate with other departments on strategy and schedules for spare parts, preventative maintenance, calibration, and commissioning/qualification.
  • Collaborate with other departments on implementation and use of clean-in-place systems
  • Develop and maintain knowledge base of commercial equipment performance, and analyze trends over time
  • Design and execute DOEs/QbD studies to define CPPs/CMAs and establish robust, scalable design spaces.
  • Data analysis & documentation: write protocols/reports; maintain complete technical records; present findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with Formulation, Analytical, QA/RA, Manufacturing, and Facilities; provide SME support during batch execution and deviations/CAPAs.
  • Safety & compliance: champion process safety (PHA, solvent handling, inerting), and ensure GMP alignment in development and clinical manufacturing.
Required Skills and Abilities
  • Expertise with common unit operations for spray drying, including solution preparation and secondary drying
  • Demonstrated experience working in and supporting GMP manufacturing lines
  • Demonstrated experience with principles of risk-based decision making and common tools for risk analysis
  • Ability to apply rigorous scientific and engineering principles to guide practical decisions
  • Working knowledge of process thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat and mass transfer
  • Ability to analyze complex data sets
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
  • Excellent time management skills, with an ability to prioritize and / or delegate tasks appropriately to meet deadlines
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced team environment
Education and Experience
  • BS in chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline
  • 7+ years (or more for Senior/Principal) hands-on spray drying experience in pharma/biotech or specialty chemicals.
  • Hands-on experience with facility start-up, commissioning, and equipment qualification
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP requirements and commercial manufacturing operations
Physical Requirements
  • Work in lab/pilot-plant setting with solvents and fine powders; PPE required.
  • Ability to lift up to ~25-40 lbs occasionally; extended periods of standing during operations.
  • Some travel may be required for vendor FAT/SAT or client tech transfer (10%).
Compensation correlates to skills and experience presented by selected candidate. Visit https://www.seranbio.com/careers to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon.
 
Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
 
Benefits Summary:
Seran employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Seran covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees' wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.
 
The Corporate Headquarters of Seran BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701
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