Sr Manufacturing Technician

Sarmal, Inc. is a San Diego–based biotechnology company developing next-generation genomics and molecular detection platforms. Our work integrates molecular biology, chemistry, and advanced systems engineering to enable faster, more precise, and more accessible genomic insights. We are a highly collaborative, R&D-driven team operating in a fast-paced, early-stage environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a Sr Manufacturing Technician to support and improve the manufacturing of consumables, with a focus on executing end-to-end assembly, reagent fill and finish, QC development, and materials sourcing, forecasting, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Consumables Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Perform and support assembly of consumable products and components in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements.
  • Develop, improve, and document assembly processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, yield, reliability, and scalability.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and work cross-functionally to identify and implement corrective actions.
• QC Tools & Process Development
  • Support the development, qualification, and implementation of QC tools, fixtures, and methods used to evaluate manufactured products.
  • Troubleshoot QC and manufacturing issues and help drive root-cause investigations.
  • Maintain clear documentation of testing procedures, results, and process changes.
• Material Inventory & Lab Management
  • Own day-to-day manufacturing material planning, including forecasting consumable and reagent requirements.
  • Track material usage, lead times, supplier performance, and upcoming manufacturing needs.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve material availability and quality issues.
  • Help establish scalable systems for production planning, purchasing, and inventory management as the company grows.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and efficient workspace, with materials, equipment, and supplies properly managed and readily accessible.
• Contribute to process validation, equipment qualification, and manufacturing scale-up activities as needed.
• Support implementation of lean and continuous improvement practices.
• Work independently while proactively communicating risks, priorities, and resource needs to the broader team.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to support successful product launches and ongoing production.

Requirements

• Required
  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in biotechnology, life sciences, diagnostics, medical devices, or a related manufacturing environment.
  • Associate degree or undergraduate degree in biotechnology, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience may also be considered.
  • Hands-on experience with consumables assembly, reagent handling, manufacturing, or laboratory production.
  • Experience with inventory management, material planning, purchasing, or supply coordination.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of projects and day-to-day responsibilities.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow detailed procedures while also identifying opportunities to improve them.
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment.
• Preferred
  • Experience developing or improving QC methods, fixtures, tools, or test processes.
  • Experience with biotech, molecular biology, diagnostics, or life science consumables.
  • Experience working under a quality management system or in a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with ERP, inventory management, or purchasing systems.
  • Familiarity with GMP, ISO, or other applicable quality standards.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up from R&D or prototype production into repeatable manufacturing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Access to additional voluntary benefits, employee perks, and discount programs

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 – $95,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Why Join Sarmal

• Work on cutting-edge genomics and molecular detection technologies
• Collaborate with a deeply technical, cross-functional team
• Contribute to foundational platform development at an early stage
• Have visibility into and impact on core technical and strategic decisions
• Help shape the infrastructure, culture, and future direction of the company