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Production ManagerStandard BioTools • Boulder, CO, US
Production Manager

Production Manager

Standard BioTools • Boulder, CO, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Manager of SOMAmer Production

Would you like to join an innovative team creating technology to power ground-breaking insights in academic, clinical, pharma and biotech research? It is an extraordinary time for Standard BioTools. Our technology is empowering customers to improve life through comprehensive health insight. We invite you to join a leading provider of indispensable life sciences tools that is accelerating global research on multiple frontiers of human health. At Standard BioTools, we are building a positive culture where our people can do the best work of their careers, informed and influenced by our core behaviors : Keep customers front and center in all of our work, Be accountable and deliver on commitments, Drive continuous improvement, Be collaborative and work as one team : fostering communications in a learning, coaching, and helpful environment.

The Manager of SOMAmer Production will be responsible for overseeing and supervising SOMAmer Production operations, including planning, scheduling and coordination of staff activities and materials flow to meet productivity and quality goals. This person will train, mentor, and develop employees, implements environmental health and safety practices, create and revise SOPs, oversees all manufacturing documentation, makes day-to-day decisions on equipment utilization, and solve complex process problems.

Key Job Responsibilities :

Production Oversight

  • Lead operations of SOMAmer manufacturing, including reagent formulation, oligonucleotide synthesis, purification and in-process analysis.
  • Ensure production activities follow detailed work instructions and meet quality standards.

Scheduling & Resource Management

  • Collaborate with the VP of Manufacturing to develop production schedules aligned with demand forecasts, proactively identifying and addressing resource constraints to maintain timelines.
  • Assign tasks based on staff expertise, training level, and operational needs, while balancing workloads and mitigating resource bottlenecks to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Process Development & Documentation

  • Author and revise manufacturing instructions and SOPs to support process scale-up, validation, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain accurate and compliant documentation for all production activities.
  • Support technology transfer and implementation of new processes.
  • Training & Development

  • Design and implement training programs aligned with ISO-9001 standards.
  • Monitor training effectiveness and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
  • Foster a growth environment focused on skills development and cross-training.
  • Inventory & ERP Management

  • Manage finished goods inventory to meet customer demand while maintaining product shelf life.
  • Ensure ERP system accuracy, including Bills of Material, planning parameters, and work order tracking.
  • Quality & Compliance

  • Coordinate with Quality Control to prioritize production schedules and ensure timely testing.
  • Ensure equipment maintenance and calibration schedules are met support uninterrupted operations.
  • Ensure full compliance with ISO-9001 standards and internal quality systems.
  • Performance & Continuous Improvement

  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor operational efficiency.
  • Lead initiatives that drive process optimization and quality improvements.
  • Utilize root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies to address performance gaps.
  • Team Leadership

  • Supervise and support manufacturing staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and conflict resolution.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.
  • Additional Duties

  • Perform other related tasks as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
  • Qualifications :

    Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in the life sciences or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in a production environment (medical device, biotechnology or diagnostics).
  • Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role.
  • Skills and experience

  • Proven expertise in oligonucleotide manufacturing, including synthesis and purification techniques.
  • Strong ability to analyze and interpret complex analytical data to support production decisions.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and authoring manufacturing instructions and SOPs.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing scale-up and process optimization methodologies.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills within a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage high-performing teams through effective hiring, coaching, and performance oversight.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, departments, and organizational levels.
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work Environment : Based in our Boulder location; work is primarily in a laboratory environment where exposure to chemicals and biological hazards can occur. Use of personal protective equipment is required for specific operations. May require standing for extended periods of time.

    Compensation Expectation : $115,000 -128,000

    Range for Role :

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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