Production Technician - Chemistry (Emeryville)

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant laboratory and production workspaces
• Execute daily soil processing and chemistry workflows according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Receive, sort, label, and prepare soil samples for analysis based on testing requirements
• Operate and monitor laboratory equipment, including ovens, grinders, vacuum sealers, dishwashers, and scales
• Perform routine lab support tasks, including cleaning, drying, and restocking glassware and lab consumables
• Load, operate, and maintain laboratory dishwashing equipment, ensuring proper cleaning cycles and chemical use
• Prepare and restock laboratory materials, including extraction tubes, pipette tips, reagents, and consumables
• Support sample extraction workflows by preparing plates (e.g. adding beads, NAPTs) and handling post-processing cleanup
• Dispose of laboratory waste, including sharps and non-hazardous materials, in accordance with safety guidelines
• Record production data and complete required documentation accurately and consistently
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting as needed
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper handling of high-temperature materials and equipment
• Collaborate with cross-functional lab teams (e.g., blending lab, carbon lab) to support overall lab operations and workflow efficiency

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent experience required. Additional coursework or training in chemistry, biology, or a related field is preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a laboratory, production or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) with accuracy and consistency.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in repetitive, high-throughput work.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory environment while managing priorities effectively.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety practices and safe operation of laboratory equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform routine equipment troubleshooting and identify or escalate quality or process issues.
• Comfort working with high-temperature equipment or hazardous materials (with training).
• Able to maintain organized, clean, and compliant workspaces.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with cross-functional teams.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and accountability.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and laboratory systems.
• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs occasionally.