Emerald Cloud Lab

Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Austin, Texas · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 42 days ago

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About the role

Emerald Cloud Lab (ECL) is the world's leading remote life sciences laboratory, allowing scientists to run experiments 24/7/365, from anywhere in the world, revolutionizing the approach t o lab work for research, product development and QC testing. The entire lab is driven through a single software interface, forming one continuous workflow from test design
to execution in the lab and analysis of resulting data. Scientific methods are translated into code, then executed in our state-of-the art laboratory. With ECL handling the manual completion of experiments, scientists can spend more time on the science - designing experiments and interpreting results.

This role has accountability for laboratory operations and operational excellence, ensuring the company delivers reliable, scalable, and compliant services that support revenue growth and customer commitments.
Manage 24/7, 365-day laboratory operations, ensuring consistent execution of automated and manual workflows.
Own staffing, shift scheduling, utilization, and day-to-day operational performance of the laboratory.
Support implementation of scalable processes and best practices during periods of growth and change.
Maintain inventory levels and coordinate ordering of laboratory supplies to support uninterrupted operations.
Partner with other department leaders to support root cause analysis and investigations
Support cross-functional initiatives related to growth, customer delivery, safety, and operational readiness.

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in Operations or Manufacturing Engineering roles in regulated industry
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or similarly regulated laboratory or manufacturing environments.
Strong working knowledge of cGMP, FDA,and ISO regulatory requirements.
Master's degree in Operations Management, Engineering or a related field
Experience leading operations teams in a startup environment
Experience managing both Exempt and Non Exempt employees

Scientific methods are translated into code, then executed in our state-of-the art laboratory.
With ECL handling the manual completion of experiments, scientists can spend more time on the science - designing experiments and interpreting results.
Manager of Manufacturing Operations is responsible for owning and executing Emerald Cloud Lab's end-to-end operational strategy and performance.
Core Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations Execution
Ensure reliable service delivery, turnaround times, and adherence to operating standards.
Workforce Leadership & Development
Provide direct supervisory oversight for laboratory operations teams across all shifts.

Engage as needed in company-wide initiatives (e.g., internal task forces, special projects).

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