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CA Production Operation ManagerUnited States
We are seeking a Production Operation Manager to oversee and optimize end-to-end production operations at our Hayward laboratory. This role is responsible for streamlining workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving process improvements across multiple production departments, including gene synthesis, cloning, DNA preparation, oligo synthesis, Sanger sequencing, and Nanopore sequencing. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with Commercial, R&D, Project Management (PM), Marketing, Logistics, and Automation teams to ensure smooth production execution, cost-effective operations, and exceptional service delivery
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES ：
Production Operations & Workflow Optimization
Oversee and manage all production activities across synthesis and sequencing.
Streamline and optimize production workflows, implementing best practices and efficiency improvements.
Implement quality control and record-keeping measures to maintain high production standards and regulatory compliance.
Facilitate technology transfers to other sites, ensuring consistency in production processes.
Work closely with the automation team to implement cost-saving measures and improve operational scalability.
Execute the sales strategy of the responsible area, effectively utilize all kinds of resources to achieve company goals and profit targets;
Customer consultation and timely follow-up communication, to provide effective product technical advice and programs, to promote project closure, sign a contract, to ensure that the return of funds;
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing key customers and stakeholders.
Identify and cultivate new business opportunities in the U.S. market, collect, develop, visit and maintain the key potential new customer information.
Collect and analyze customer information and opinions, competitors' information, market demand and product competition, market status and trends in the responsible area to identify opportunities and challenges.
Collaborate with marketing and product development teams to align sales strategies with company goals.
Assist in organizing and reconciling customer bills, customer bill collection, customer credit, reporting cycle investigation and collection;
Other tasks assigned by the manager
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE：
BA/MS degree in a life science discipline (e.g., Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry).
Minimum of 3-5 years of sales experience, with a focus on the U.S. market.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS：
Competence & Skills
Strong understanding of market dynamics and customer needs within the biosciences industry.
Technical knowledge of product portfolio and marketing programs
Ability to travel as required to meet with clients and attend industry events.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Professional Attitude
Proactive, with a positive attitude.
Strong willingness to learn and ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and methods.
Welcome challenge and extra responsibilities.
With clear career aspiration and willing to make impact to the environment
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS：
Report to: Sales VP
Works with: you will be working with internal Sales team and business stakeholders
Develop and manage the assigned key accounts to achieve the sales target;
Build and maintain strong relationship with clients and other stakeholders;
Identify the business opportunity and coordinate the clarification of customer requirements, work closely with PM and SME teams to provide consulting on customer’s project;
Lead the business discussion to close deal
Other tasks assigned by the manager
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE：
BA/MS degree in a biology discipline, PhD would be a plus;
Extensive experience in sequencing and molecular cloning, hands-on experience in NGS would be a plus;
BA degree with at least 10 years, or MS/PhD degree with at least 7 years of work experience in life science industry, commercial experience in life science CRO companies or managerial experience in pharmaceutical company research function would be a plus;
Strong communication and relationship building skills;
Demonstrated track record in closing big deals or developing big accounts;
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS：
Report to: Head of US Sales
Works with: you will be working with internal PM and Production Team
Satellite Site Manager is responsible for comprehensive management of Quintara Satellite Site, ensuring the continuous operation and consistent fulfillment of service standard. Satellite Site Manager is responsible for the P&L of the site, and will take the lead to ensure the achievement of financial and operation goals
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Set up the lab with requested functions, including but not limited to location search, rent negotiation, equipment installation and validation, process transfer, logistics, etc.
Build up the local team for site operation, conduct the training, retention, regular performance management and other team building activities.
Manage the daily operation, including but not limited to production and logistics to ensure the site operation performance meet the Quintara standard.
Organize and maintain the inventory to meet the demands from continuous operation and avoid stockouts or overstocking.
Implement systematic management of the instruments and labware.
Implement 6S management system, improving the safety and productivity.
Identify, report, and take actions on potential risks to prevent the happening of production accident.
Other tasks assigned by Line Manager
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE：
A BA/MS degree in life science discipline
>5 years’ experience as a lab manager in academia or production manager in industry, core facility or molecular biology CRO experience would be a plus
Hands-on experience in sequencing or molecular biology
Strong multitasking and organizational skills
Ability or identify and solve problems
Ability to work in fast pace
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS：
Report to: CEO
Works with: you will be working with commercial team, R&D team, and HQ logistics team
The Logistics Manager will act as a supervisor by overseeing the entire operation of logistics department
This position will work with internal and external customers to quote and coordinate International and Domestic Shipments
Ensure that regulatory requirements are met, that shipments have the correct paperwork, such as commercial invoices and packing lists and ensure that documentation is processed and distributed in a timely way to carriers or forwarders.
Working with production and Sales team to plan, coordinate, and monitor the movement of sample pick up, materials and products from suppliers to customers.
Collaborate with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to streamline transportation and delivery processes.
Prepare all documents required for life science product international transportation.
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations related to logistics and shipping.
Maintain accurate records of orders, invoices, and logistics data for reporting and analysis.
Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers and vendors to minimize costs.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or a similar role.
Understand the policies and procedures for life science products in international transportation.
Strong understanding of logistics software and tools.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of import/export regulations and customs procedures is a plus.
Key Competencies:
Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Execute the daily operations for gene synthesis and cloning workflows, ensuring timelines, quality, and efficiency are met.
Build and optimize protocols for cloning and gene synthesis to improve accuracy, turnaround time, and scalability.
Identify areas of improvement in processes and implement innovative solutions for workflow optimization.
Collect and analyze data to monitor operational performance and identify potential bottlenecks.
Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies.
Assist in the onboarding, training, and management of team members.
Other tasks assigned by the manager, including strategic projects and cross-department collaborations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE：
Ph.D., Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in gene synthesis, cloning, or related workflows, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS：
Competence & Skills
Strong understanding of molecular cloning techniques, including PCR, restriction digestion, plasmid purification, Gibson assembly, Golden Gate assembly, and restriction-ligation cloning.
Technical knowledge of gene synthesis, cloning and plasmid production processes.
Ability to travel as required to meet with clients and attend industry events.
Ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex workflows in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Professional Attitude
Proactive, with a positive attitude and a strong drive to achieve operational excellence.
Strong willingness to innovate and embrace challenges to improve existing systems.
Welcome feedback and demonstrate resilience in problem-solving.
Clear career aspiration to grow within the field of DNA technologies and operational management.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS：
Report to: Director, Patrick Zhang
Works with: Internal R&D team, production staff, business stakeholders, and cross-departmental colleagues.
Be responsible for the day-to-day work and management of the Oligonucleotide teams in Boston
Design and implement innovative strategies for the synthesis, purification, and scale-up of oligonucleotides
Utilize hands-on experience to optimize synthetic routes, purification methods, and bioconjugation protocols
Conduct analytical characterization using HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods.
Complete the goals associated with specific oligonucleotide process optimization projects.
Develop solutions and providing recommendations as to the appropriate course of action to technical problems associated with the preparation of synthetic oligonucleotides.
Provides documentation and validation support in execution of synthesis and/or purification process changes.
Performs laboratory work and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards and company guidelines.
Mentor oligo team members, providing technical guidance and expertise in oligonucleotide chemistry
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE：
Minimum of a Master Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology or related discipline.
Minimum of 5 year of industrial or academic experience in the synthesis and purification of oligonucleotides.
Excellent understanding of the basic structure and function of DNA and RNA, including but not limited to advanced applications such as gene cloning, NGS preparation
SKILL REQUIREMENTS：
Competence & Skills
Experienced in high-throughput oligonucleotides synthesis, proficient in the operation of the 192&768 synthesizer, and carry out simple instrument troubleshooting and repair.
Proficient in multiple analytical and purification techniques for DNA/RNA oligonucleotides to ensure that the purity and quality of oligonucleotides meeting experimental requirements.
Experienced in the application of LC-MS technology for accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of nucleotides.
Knowledge of commonly used biomolecular analysis methods (e.g. qPCR, DNA sequencing) or relevant practical experience.
Knowledge of the downstream application of oligonucleotides, like gene synthesis, molecular cloning, NGS, etc.
Professional Attitude
Good scientific thinking and innovation ability, able to independently design experimental programs and promote project progress.
Good teamwork spirit, able to communicate effectively with other researchers and solve research problems together.
Strong willingness to learn and ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and methods.
Welcome challenge and extra responsibilities.
With clear career aspiration and willing to make impact to the environment
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS：
Report to: Oligo Team Leader
Works with: you will be working with internal oligo team, as well as downstream gene synthesis, molecular cloning and NGS team at Boston
sales.us@quintarabio.com
1-510-397-0215
3563 Investment Blvd, #2, Hayward, CA 94545
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