# Production Technician at Lumen Bioscience

> United States · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Alumenbioscience%3A4474910009 (read 2026-11-10).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Lumen Bioscience](https://alderhq.app/companies/lumen-bioscience)
- Location text: Seattle, WA; HQ
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Seattle, WA; HQ")
- Posted: 2026-10-30 (10 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-08
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- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lumenbioscience/jobs/4474910009

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $56k–$56k per year (from the description)
- Market band for similar posted roles (Seattle, n 340): p25 $62k, median $110k, p75 $170k

## Description (the employer's text)

Shift schedule posted below.

Join Lumen as a Production Technician to join our innovative algae production team. In this hands-on role, you’ll operate photobioreactor systems and support daily production activities including inoculations, transfers, harvests, sampling, and processing. You’ll work in a structured, clean production environment with a strong emphasis on food safety, personal safety, and adherence to written procedures and GMP.

This position combines day-to-day reactor operations with cleaning, maintenance, documentation and recordkeeping, and close collaboration with Production and Quality Assurance teams to maintain compliance with Lumen’s QMS.

If you’re mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and motivated by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and product quality, we encourage you to apply.

### Duties & Responsibilities

- Production Operations:
- Perform daily reactor operations, including inoculations, transfers, harvests, daily sampling, and processing.
- Assist with algae cultivation activities including inoculations, transfers, harvests, and sample collection.
- Utilize laboratory equipment such as pipettes, mechanical pipettors, balances, and spectrophotometers accurately and effectively.
- Cleaning and Maintenance:
- Conduct regular cleaning, inspection, and basic/light maintenance of production equipment and areas.
- Perform and document daily and weekly cleaning tasks in production areas to maintain hygiene and operational standards.
- Quality & Compliance:
- Strictly follow food safety and personal safety standards and protocols.
- Operate meticulously according to written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Collaborate closely with the Production Head and Quality Assurance teams to schedule production operations and ensure adherence to Lumen’s quality management system (FSCC 22000).
- Documentation and Recordkeeping:
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of daily sampling, testing, and batch/lot records.
- Document cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance activities as required by quality and operational procedures.
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Coordinate effectively with team members to maintain production schedules and compliance.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, a team-oriented attitude, and a willingness to learn new processes.
### Qualifications & Requirements

- Education and Experience:
- Work experience in commercial food or beverage production or an equivalent environment emphasizing cleanliness and safety.
- Coursework or background in biology or related scientific fields (preferred).
- Prior experience in environments governed by quality assurance systems (e.g., ISO 9001 or similar), including document control, batch/lot recordkeeping, documented operating procedures, cleaning, and quality testing (preferred).
- Experience in sanitary liquid handling, particularly in commercial beverage or food processing environments (preferred).
- Skills and Attributes:
- Ability to understand and strictly follow detailed operational procedures and instructions.
- Mechanical competence, particularly in handling pumps, hoses, and sanitary equipment.
- Strong attention to detail; safety-minded with enthusiasm for maintaining a clean production environment.
- Good computer skills for documentation and data entry.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative, team-oriented attitude, and a willingness to learn new processes.
Physical Requirements:

- Ability to stand for extended periods of time (2 or more hours)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 kg.
- Capable of safely manipulating hoses, air lines, and sanitary tri-clamps, including overhead operations.
- Capable of safely using step stools and ladders per company safety protocols.
### Onsite Shift Schedules open

- Morning shift (starting around 6:00 am)
- Swing shift (starting around 11:00 am)
### Benefits at Lumen Bioscience

- Hourly rate of $27 per hour + opportunity for shift differential pay, depending on shift
- Health, Dental, and Vision premiums covered at 100% for Lumen employees and 90% for their covered dependents

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