Synthego is enabling genome engineering at scale with a blend of scientific instrumentation, industrial automation, and data science. Our team of scientists and engineers are putting multidisciplinary fields together to solve problems that no one field can tackle alone.
We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic, and hands-on individuals interested in advancing science through the manufacturing of our CRISPR products. As a Lead Lab Associate at Synthego, you will join our growing operations team and have direct responsibility for the synthesis and purification of our gRNA products in the Research Use Only factory. This role requires a strong attention to detail, a desire to learn and adapt to new processes, and familiarity with safe laboratory practices. This role will combine hands-on laboratory protocols with advanced automation to ensure the timely delivery of high quality products to our customers.
Swing shift: Monday through Friday; 2:30 PM to 11 PM
\n What You'll Do: Responsible for driving production of the Small Scale Manufacturing Team with guidance from team's management. Activities include but not limited to:
Lead the day to day activities by scheduling work, ensuring on time completion of assigned jobs and providing guidance to team membersCollaborate cross-functionally with other shifts and departments such as Factor Service, Logistics, Quality Assurance and Chemistry for product/process related issues and handoffsDrafts and edits manufacturing documents/SOPs as needed to reflect current best practices and current processes.Monitor and drive production schedule adherence prioritizing sales order and work orders as needed.Train team members on new processes and document their trainingFunctions as the primary point of contact when shift supervisor is out or unavailable.Triage, investigates, and troubleshoots and resolves problems arising from day to day operations.Escalate issues that are out of the scope of normal production.If necessary, follow up by creating new tickets to log, investigate and/or resolve issues.Report on key metrics and drive performance to meet goalsPerform inventory reconciliationPractice and drive continuous process improvement with team Synthesize oligonucleotides by following established SOP's which consists of but not limited to:
Operate complex robotic systems to manage liquid product through a highly automated workflowMix, store, and dispose of chemical solutionsPrint labels for bottles, vials, and boxesPackage, seal, inventory, and ship productsEnsure laboratory products and supplies are maintained and stocked Capture production data in compliance with standard guidelines About You: 4+ years of experience working preferably in a manufacturing/production environment or laboratory with leadership experienceAA in Chemistry, Biotech Certification, Bachelor's degree in a relevant sciences field or in lieu of degree, relevant work experienceDesire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment with a strong commitment to qualityDemonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)Self starter who is comfortable working with minimal instructionDemonstrates high level of integrity and accountability with an ability to make good decisionDemonstrates ability to work independently and as part of a team, to meet departmental goalsMust be able to lift/move up to 25 poundsMust be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods up to four (4) hours at a time Company Perks & Benefits Equity options Medical, dental, and vision benefits401k ProgramFully stocked kitchen with beverages & snacksPaid parental leaveFlexible paid time off
\n$35 - $38 an hour
Hourly rate listed is dependent on experience. This role will also has an 8% shift differential added for swing shift. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position. \n