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This pilot plant will help bridge a gap in the domestic biotech industry (non-pharma), providing clients with emerging fermentation technologies the ability to demonstrate upstream and downstream processes at a scale which supports future commercial scale design. The facility is currently under construction, with expected mechanical completion in October 2027. This role will be instrumental in establishing laboratory systems, hiring and developing staff, and standing up operational readiness for first customer runs.\nThis role plays a critical part in enabling successful scale-up by leading laboratory operations with a strong technical focus on microbial culture management, seed train propagation, and aseptic fermentation support. The role ensures laboratory capabilities effectively support process development, pilot-scale production, and customer tech transfer programs. The analytical chemistry functions fall under the Technical Lab Manager’s oversight, so expertise in analytical chemistry or quality systems is preferred but it is not the technical focus of this role. The Technical Lab Manager will be supported by a Lead Analytical Chemist, who-along with the rest of the laboratory staff-will report directly to the Technical Lab Manager.\nThis person will strongly support and advocate a “zero harm” safety culture, proactively engaging employees in this culture. This position reports to the Pilot Facility Manager and works closely with Operations, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and EHS teams.\nKey Responsibilities\nLaboratory Operations and Management\nBuild and manage day-to-day laboratory operations with a strong focus on reliability, responsiveness, and operational readiness\nRecruit, hire, train, and develop laboratory staff.\nManage laboratory personnel responsible for analytical testing, microbiological testing, seed train / culture propagation, and benchtop fermentation support.\nEnsure laboratory operations support process development, fermentation and downstream operations, and product quality requirements.\nMicrobiology & Benchtop Fermentation Program Development\nLead all microbiology laboratory activities supporting benchtop fermentation operations, including:Culture handling, storage, and propagation, including transfer from Lab to Pilot Plant\nAseptic techniques and contamination control\nSeed train development and scale-up support, including setting up and running bench-scale fermenters\n\nPartner with Process Engineering and Operations to ensure robust and reliable fermentation performance\nEstablish best practices for microbial control, sterility assurance, and contamination response\n Lab Systems & SOP Development\nDevelop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for:Microbiology and Fermentation laboratory equipmentSampling and in-process testing procedures\n\nCulture handling and aseptic practices\nLaboratory data management and reporting\nSupport development and provide oversight for Food Safety and Quality systems\nEnsure SOPs are regularly reviewed and updated, while provide training on:laboratory procedures\naseptic techniques\nfood safety and quality protocols\nlaboratory safety\n\nEstablish competency and qualification programs for laboratory personnel\n Equipment Maintenance, Calibration, and Reliability\nEstablish preventive maintenance and calibration programs for all laboratory equipment, implementing calibration intervals and maintenance procedures consistent with quality standards.\nDevelop and maintain vendor relationships for laboratory equipment servicing and calibration.\nWork closely with the Reliability Team Lead to ensure: all analytical, microbiology, and fermentation laboratory equipment is properly entered into the CMMS system \nspare parts and critical components are tracked within the maintenance system.\n\nLaboratory Inventory Management\nIdentify and maintain inventory levels for all laboratory consumables, including:analytical reagents\nmicrobiological media\nculture supplies\nPPE and other laboratory standards\n\nImplement inventory management processes to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.\nSafety Leadership\nActively promote and advocate for a “Zero Harm” safety culture throughout laboratory and plant operations.\nProactively engage employees regarding safety concerns and improvement opportunities. \nEnsure laboratory operations meet facility safety standards and best practices.\nSkills, Knowledge and Expertise\nRequired\nBachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Microbiology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Food Science\nMinimum 7 years of experience working in a laboratory supporting fermentation technology, biotechnology, or food manufacturing, including at least 3 years of lab management experience.\nExperience with typical microbiology and bench-scale fermentation laboratory operations, aseptic techniques and culture propagation\nStrong safety mindset with demonstrated commitment to safe work practices\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills\n Preferred\nFamiliarity with analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation, and a working understanding of food safety and quality systems\nExperience supporting commercial plants, pilot plants, process development facilities, or multi-site operations\nWorking knowledge of downstream separations / purification (centrifugation, filtration, drying, etc.)\n Hybrid Work Statement\n\nBioMADE offers flexible (hybrid) work options based on business roles and needs. Employees are expected to work 3 days in the office environment and 2 days remotely. However, as the Maple Grove facility approaches construction completion in Oct 2027, the position will transition from hybrid to full time at the Maple Grove facility. \nBenefits\nBioMADE recognizes the importance of a happy and healthy staff that maintains a good work/life balance. BioMADE provides a comprehensive suite of health insurances, supplemental benefits, and paid time off to all regular full-time employees as outlined below. New employees become eligible for most benefits on the first day of the month following their hire date.\n100% Employer paid options for medical insurance for BioMADE employees. Low-cost buy-up options also available.\nGenerous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouse and child(ren).\nHealth Savings Account option for medical insurance.\n100% Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for BioMADE employees.\nLow-cost Dental insurance for spouse/child(ren) and with child ortho coverage. \n100% employer paid Vision for employee, and spouse/child(ren) coverage.\nSection 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Pre-Tax benefits.\n100% Employer paid Life insurance with a 1x Annual Salary for Exempt staff and a Flat $50,000 benefit for hourly staff.\n100% Employer paid Short Term Disability insurance and low-cost Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance available.\n401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on plan compensation (no vesting period!).\nDiscretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance.\nPaid Time Off (PTO) that begins to accrue from your hire date.\n13 Paid holidays, including a 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