We are seeking a Manufacturing associate passionate about advancing biology to help execute and improve our manufacturing processes. As part of our operations team, you will play a central role in bringing our groundbreaking technology for scalable production of long, perfect synthetic DNA to market.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, dedicated, and driven candidate looking to join a uniquely innovative, rapidly moving, high impact start-up. In addition to working on cutting edge technology, you will help us establish a strong culture of mutual respect, integrity, and collaboration while working alongside some of Silicon Valley’s best scientists and engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute production operations according to defined procedures in a high throughput lab while maintaining product quality and reliability.
• Operate automated laboratory equipment including liquid handlers, high throughput DNA analyzers, thermocyclers, and DNA sequencers.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of production runs and deviations in appropriate information management systems and batch records.
• Draft and review manufacturing SOPs, work instructions, and production batch records.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Perform production inventory management and prepare product for final shipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement process, identify processing gaps and help implement new technologies.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work a shifted work week to cover at least one weekend day.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience with operation of liquid handling robots.
• Experience with data tracking via LIMS system
• Experience with PCR, nucleic acid purification and NGS library prep
• Experience with bacterial cell culture (E.coli or yeast) and plasmid cloning
• Experience in startup environment – ability to anticipate and adapt to change and maintain order.

Salary and Benefits:

The annual base salary compensation for this role, if based in California is: $75,000 - $90,000. Compensation may be different in other locations. Final compensation also includes bonus, equity and benefits. Specific offer packages are determined by multiple factors, including candidate skill, experience, expertise, and location.

✓ Healthcare ✓ Dental ✓ Vision ✓ Learning Allowance

✓ 401K ✓ Flexible PTO ✓ Short Term Disability ✓ Fitness Allowance