Production Technician I

Production Technician at Lumen Bioscience

Lumen Bioscience is hiring a diligent and safety-focused Production Technician to join our innovative algae production team. This role involves hands-on work operating photobioreactor systems, meticulous adherence to food safety standards, and collaborating closely with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with our quality management systems. If you're detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and thrive in a structured, clean production environment, we encourage you to apply.

Role Description:

• Production Operations: Perform daily reactor operations, including inoculations, transfers, harvests, daily sampling, and processing.
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Conduct and document daily and weekly cleaning, inspection, and light maintenance tasks in production areas to maintain hygiene and operational standards.
• Quality Compliance: Collaborate closely with the Production Head and Quality Assurance teams to schedule production operations and ensure adherence to Lumen’s quality management system (FSCC 22000).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strictly follow food safety and personal safety standards and protocols.
• Conduct regular cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance of production equipment and areas.
• Assist with algae cultivation activities including inoculations, transfers, harvests, and sample collection.
• Utilize laboratory equipment such as pipettes, mechanical pipettors, balances, and spectrophotometers accurately and effectively.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of daily sampling, testing, and batch/lot records.
• Operate meticulously according to written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Coordinate effectively with team members to maintain production schedules and compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Required Qualifications: 
  
  • Work experience in commercial food or beverage production or equivalent environment emphasizing cleanliness and safety.
  • Ability to understand and strictly follow detailed operational procedures and instructions.
  • Mechanical competence, particularly in handling pumps, hoses, and sanitary equipment.
  • Strong attention to detail, safety-minded, with enthusiasm for maintaining a clean production environment.
  • Good computer skills for documentation and data entry.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, team-oriented attitude, and a willingness to learn new processes.
  • Work experience in commercial food or beverage production or equivalent environment emphasizing cleanliness and safety.
• Desirable Qualifications:
  • Coursework or background in biology or related scientific fields.
  • Prior experience in environments governed by quality assurance systems (ISO 9001 or similar), including experience with document control, batch/lot recordkeeping, documented operating procedures, cleaning, and quality testing.
  • Experience in sanitary liquid handling, particularly in commercial beverage or food processing environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 65 lbs.
• Capable of safely manipulating hoses, air lines, and sanitary tri-clamps, including overhead operations.
• Comfortable and safe using stepstools and ladders per company safety protocols.

Compensation & Benefits at Lumen Bioscience:

• $25.00/hr annual stock bonus
• Health, Dental, and Vision premiums fully covered by Lumen.
• 401k match up to 4% in addition to annual stock bonus for all employees.
• Industry-leading PTO policy, paid refresh days, and a paid year-end holiday office closure.
• Monthly wellness program to support your health and well-being.
• Free onsite parking or public transportation subsidies.
• Comprehensive parental leave policies.
• Life insurance, short & long-term disability, and access to employee assistance programs.

Lumen Bioscience is dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, quality, and continuous learning.

Join us to contribute to cutting-edge biotechnology and support excellence in production operations.

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