Production Manager
Role Overview
IMIO is looking for a Production Manager to lead the output of our novel microbial inoculants. Our products replace harmful chemicals with beneficial microbes for the betterment of people, plants, and our planet. As Production Manager, you’ll lead the Production Team in growing and processing large volumes of microbes, while maintaining rigorous quality standards and ensuring timely delivery to our customers. You will implement LEAN manufacturing principles and contribute to the continuous improvement of our production processes and logistics as part of our mission driven team.
On an average day, you’ll...
-Lead the Production Team in biomanufacturing runs of microbes
-Propagate, culture, and harvest microbes according to the production system
-Schedule production runs to keep up with product demand
-Document each production run, according to the specified protocols and Quality Assurance requirements, and help iterate on said production documentation.
-Develop and update SOPs for the production processes
-Collaborate and communicate with the scientific and business team to ensure production runs are being completed on schedule
Requirements:
-5+ years of management, particularly in leading a production team
-5+ years of manufacturing experience
-Ability to lift 50+ lbs and complete other physical tasks
-Experience with facilities and equipment management
-Experience with sterile technique, 5S and Lean Manufacturing, microbes, and/or brewing is a bonus
-Currently living in or willing to relocate to the Burlington, VT area
Benefits:
We offer our competitive pay and stock options, affordable health insurance options, paid time off, and generous paid parental and family leave.
Who we are:
At IMIO, we’re developing microbial inoculants to increase sustainability and reduce environmental harm in the agriculture industry. Our patent-pending products are co-cultures of bacteria and fungi that break down tough plant matter and increase plant-microbe associations for the betterment of soil and plant health. We believe there is no such thing as plant waste, and that “better is better” for the environment and the world.
Our growing team is a mix of expert scientists and business leaders working together to tackle important climate issues facing our planet. IMIO was founded in 2019 and is based in Vermont. We have been funded by the National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research Fund and private investors to answer these tough questions, and we are excited to grow our team to accelerate our progress!
To learn more about our values, mission, and team, visit us at www.imio.co.
IMIO is an equal opportunity employer and includes “Diversity is Excellence” as a core value. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
How To Apply:
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to work@imio.coor apply via LinkedIn
