Lab Operations Manager
About The Position
As a Lab Operations Manager, you will be the primary driver of our physical R&D environment during a period of rapid scaling. Your mission is to establish excellence across our operational workflows from the ground up, identifying and solving bottlenecks before they impact the science. You will drive the strategy for facility maintenance, vendor relationships, and inventory systems, ensuring our science never slows down. We are looking for a proactive "owner" who excels at immersing themselves in new technical challenges to ensure we implement the right approach the first time. This is a role for a meticulous professional who thrives on technical autonomy and is excited to lead our transition into a new facility while growing in responsibility as the company expands.
Requirements
- 5+ years of lab operations experience in a high-growth biotech or fast-paced industrial setting.
- A proven track record of creating systems and SOPs where none existed before, rather than just maintaining the status quo.
- Demonstrated ability to juggle building maintenance, procurement, and large-scale projects like equipment installations or facility upgrades.
- Confident in managing high-volume purchasing and building strategic partnerships with scientific vendors.
- You are proactive, resourceful, reliable, and ready to tackle the unpredictable challenges of a scaling startup.
Nice To Haves
- Prior involvement in a lab relocation or the design and build-out of new scientific spaces.
- Advanced proficiency in using Airtable, LIMS, or relational databases to automate operational tracking.
- A history of identifying cost-saving efficiencies and managing operational budgets without sacrificing scientific quality.
Responsibilities
- Build from zero: Establish and own the foundational SOPs for building operations, equipment maintenance, and lab safety and training.
- Master the supply chain: Own the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle, managing high-level vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.
- Drive the move: Be highly involved with logistics and spatial planning for our transition to a new facility, designing workflows for maximum efficiency and throughput.
- Digitize operations: Implement modern, tech-forward inventory and equipment management systems (such as RFID and/or Airtable) to ensure seamless tracking and zero downtime.
- Own the environment: Manage the full building lifecycle, ensuring all lab spaces, utilities, and high-enId equipment are operating at peak performance.
- Coordinate parallel initiatives: Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational rigor, maintaining clear oversight of shared spaces, resources, and cross-functional dependencies to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary + equity participation is considered
- State-of-the-art facility in Portland metro area
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with company match
- 20 days PTO + 11 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
