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Job Title: Telecom Project Manager

Locations: Walnut Creek, CA (Hybrid: Tue, Wed, and Thu)

Duration: 30-Month contract

Employment Type: W-2 Hourly without benefits

Job Industry or Category: Telecom/Engineering

Targeted Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Hiring Manager Notes: Manager is looking for a candidate with a strong project management background who can aggressively deliver timelines, multitask across projects, has in-building experience handling DAS, venue, stadium, and hotel projects, and possesses telecom carrier experience with the ability to shift priorities as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Develop project tracking tools and systems to accurately document milestone completions related to Real Estate In-Building & Macro Modification projects, project issues, project jeopardies, and overall project completion.
• Deliver written/oral executive-level reporting, presentations and communications.
• Provide management with project status updates, feedback, and appropriate reporting on key process-focused objectives.
• PMP Certification or training preferred
• Knowledge of Agile, Lean, and Six Sigma
• Create Dashboards, monitor Real Estate program data, work with Real Estate Specialist for project delivery
• Ability to effectively manage vendors and projects
• Proven track record of meeting goals.

Must Have Skills (Most Important):

• Bachelor’s degree or at least three years of work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, oral/written communications skills, and organizational skills.
• Tableau/Dashboard experience of creating charts, projects and reports

Desired Skills:

• Real Estate knowledge and background working with Specialists & vendor
• Financial acumen, processing PO’s and reports
• In-Building and Microwave/Transport Experience

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelors Degree, PMP & Agile Certifications preferred

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Job Diva ID: 26-06012

Schultz Industrial is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial services projects across the West Coast. This role is responsible for managing projects from initial planning through execution and closeout while ensuring strong performance in safety, schedule, cost, and quality.

This position works closely with field leadership, estimating, project controls, and operations teams to deliver complex projects in refinery, industrial maintenance, and turnaround environments.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Leadership

• Lead full lifecycle management of industrial services projects
• Develop and execute construction and field execution plans
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
• Lead Superintendents and Site Managers across active projects

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Promote a strong safety culture aligned with Schultz safety standards
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and customer safety requirements
• Maintain consistent field presence at active job sites

Financial & Commercial Management

• Own project financial performance including job costing, forecasting, and profitability
• Manage contract requirements, scope changes, and change orders
• Track and report key project performance indicators

Client & Internal Coordination

• Maintain strong relationships with customers and site leadership
• Partner with Business Development, Estimating, Asset Management, and Project Controls
• Support project planning, job walks, and scope development

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve field productivity and standardize processes
• Capture lessons learned and support operational improvements

Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years of experience managing industrial or specialty services projects
• Experience in environments such as:
• Refinery
• Petrochemical
• Industrial maintenance
• Turnarounds
• Energy or heavy industry
• Background in scaffolding, insulation, coatings, or soft craft services preferred

Leadership

• Experience leading field supervisors, superintendents, or site managers
• Strong planning, communication, and problem-solving skills

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of job costing, project scheduling, and KPI tracking
• Contract administration and change management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project reporting tools

Education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or business preferred
• PMP certification is a plus

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed

Ray Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical stage biotechnology company developing best-in-class vision restoration therapies for people with degenerative retinal diseases independent of genetic mutation.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented VP of Quality and Compliance to join our team in the mission to restore vision to patients. This role will report to the Chief Development Officer

The selected candidate will work closely with our Clinical and CMC teams and establish the Quality Department. The VP of Quality and Compliance provides strategic and operational leadership for the Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control functions. The role is based in the Berkeley, CA office with a hybrid work from home/in office requirement and will require 15-20% domestic travel to our contract development and manufacturing organizations in the United States.

Position Overview:

The VP of Quality and Compliance provides strategic and operational leadership for the Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. They are responsible for leading all quality control systems, regulatory compliance, and safety, ensuring products/services meet industry standards. They are responsible for clinical and CMC quality requirements, vendor management, internal and external compliance, and ensuring that AAV drug substance and product manufacturing, testing, and release meet FDA, EMA, and ICH regulatory standards, from clinical stage to commercialization.

The Vice President of Quality will establish, lead and develop the quality function, in line with the company's stage, while ensuring global regulatory, industry, and corporate standards are met. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs this position will ensure the organization's compliance with the highest standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GPV). This is a hands-on, strategic, and leadership role, ideal for a seasoned Quality executive passionate about small-molecule therapeutics in a dynamic biotech environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee GXP and Data Integrity activities across various entities, investigator sites, clinical CROs and CMC CDMO’s
• Maintain efficient systems and processes that ensure RayTx and its vendor network comply with GXP standards
• Ensure the appropriate identification, evaluation, and management of risks associated with quality
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, representing the company's interests and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that quality considerations are incorporated throughout the product development lifecycle
• Manage quality-related activities related to manufacturing, clinical trials, and nonclinical studies, including conducting audits of vendors and sites, providing support during health authority inspections, and offering guidance on quality issues
• Lead quality investigations and approve plans to address quality issues that impact products, as well as supervising corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) for deviations and investigations
• Overseeing the development, implementation, and upkeep of quality systems and procedures, training records, batch records, quality metrics, standard operating procedures (SOPs) pertaining to GXP activities
• Prior experience establishing a Quality Department and growing a group.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of clinical trial design.
• Quality Management System (QMS) Oversight:Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality systems, including document control, change control, deviation management, and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
• Provide expert quality oversight on AAV manufacturing processes, analytical method validations, and comparability studies.
• Prior experience developing GCP / GMP auditing plans.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure site compliance with global regulations (FDA, EMA) and lead audit readiness efforts (internal and external inspections).
• Batch Disposition: enact internal quality reviews of GMP batch records, and management of finalization and release of clinical or commercial AAV vectors.
• Vendor Management: Oversee quality agreements and audits for Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and Contract Research Organizations (CRO’s).
• Team Leadership: Mentor and lead quality personnel, fostering a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum bachelor's degree in relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
• 8+ years relevant biotech experience.
• Experience in GMP AAV gene therapy manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of AAV analytical methods and testing preferred.
• Experience working with CDMO, CRO’s, and other external vendors preferred.
• Experience with clinical quality oversight, SOP generation
• Experience with vendor management and audit planning
• Excellent scientific knowledge and acumen.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and documentation
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Compensation Range and Benefits:

• The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to skills, education, and experience.
• Ray Therapeutics also offers annual performance-based bonus, annual equity awards and a comprehensive benefits package.

At Ray Therapeutics, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

Ray Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Ray Therapeutics mission is to restore vision to people with retinal degenerations. RayTx is using a novel bioengineered optogenetic protein optimized for human vision delivered by AAV to restore visual function in a mutation agnostic approach and without the need for light enhancing eyewear. The company is developing its lead candidate RTx-015 in retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative retinal disease with significant unmet medical need as well as a pipeline to treat both rare and large market indications.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manager, CMC Product Management to join our team in the mission to restore vision to patients. This role will report to the Director, CMC Product Management and will be responsible for managing day-to-day CMC product activities across early and late phase development.

The Manager will work closely with internal CMC teams, Quality, Regulatory and external CDMOs to ensure timely execution of manufacturing plans, regulatory deliverables and product lifecycle activities. The position requires hands on process and/or analytical development and GMP AAV manufacturing and/or testing experience with the ability to be a team player both internally as well as with our external partners. The role is based in the Berkeley, CA office with a hybrid work from home/in office requirement and will require travel to our contract development and manufacturing organizations in the United States.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support execution of RayTx’s CMC product lifecycle activities across development stages, including process development, tech transfer, manufacturing and regulatory submissions.
• Manage assigned CMC product activities to ensure alignment with program timelines, milestones, and development goals.
• Track CMC deliverables, timelines and communicates progress to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with CMC Analytical and MSAT teams on tracking and trending initiatives and data management.
• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for assigned CDMO and product distribution vendors.
• Review and provide input on GMP documentation including, but not limited to master production records, test procedures, deviations, CAPAs and completes records.
• Provide input into risk mitigation and communicate to internal team.
• Support preparation and review of CMC sections for regulatory filings (IND, CTA, BLA, MAA) and ensures adherence to GMP and ICH guidelines.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum bachelor's degree in relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
• 8+ years relevant biotech experience.
• Hands on experience in GMP AAV gene therapy manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of AAV analytical methods and testing preferred.
• Tech transfer experience preferred.
• Experience working with CDMO and external vendors preferred.
• Excellent scientific knowledge and acumen.
• Familiarity with CMC regulatory requirements and documentation
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Compensation Range and Benefits:

• For this role, the anticipated base salary range: $135,000 to $160,000, based on the candidate's professional experience level. The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to skills, education, and experience.
• Ray Therapeutics also offers annual performance-based bonus, annual equity awards and a comprehensive benefits package.

At Ray Therapeutics, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

Ray Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Title: Utility Construction Project Manager

Role: Full time travelling to project sites

Base Salary:125-150K based on experience

Job Summary

Project Managers are responsible for managing assigned construction projects. Project Managers serve as the primary contact with owners/clients and must continually foster a positive relationship with all parties involved. Project Managers generate and monitor cost estimates, prime contracts, schedules, subcontracts, and owner as well as subcontractor change orders, RFI’s, and process submittals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside Division Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen to plan, organize, and direct activities in conjunction with road and site construction project plans

• Coordinate total cost estimates for a particular bid/project as assigned

• Check bid source files to ensure the latest information is available prior to bid day

• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings and attends pre-bid meetings

• Generates RFI’s necessary to establish a competitive baseline

• Performs material take-offs and mathematical calculations accurately

• Determines the type of materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractors required

• Monitor and control projects through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure the

project is completed on schedule and within budget

• Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings

• Work with the contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts, protecting the

company’s interest and simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the customer

• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients

• Upholds all company safety practices and wears appropriate PPE when working in the field

• Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs, and scheduling

• Other related duties and projects as assigned

Key Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or another related major

• Experience working on PG&E projects is highly desired

• 5+ Years of utility construction project management

• Ability to estimate projects and develop cost proposals

• Strong time management and prioritizing abilities

• Strong written & verbal communications skills

• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Microsoft Project &

Excel

• Ability to demonstrate team building, leadership, and mentoring skills

• Travel requirements to job sites

o Must be able to maintain a valid driver's license if travelling

Position for Design and Construction Project Manager. Current available positions are in Walnut Creek and Mountain View, CA.

Construction management experience is required and OSHPD and hospital experience is preferred.

The ideal candidate will be able to work in a variety of environments and have responsibility for coordinating construction projects from inception to completion as well as general facility management tasks.

Typical tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Meeting with clients to develop project scope, coordinating the activities of design professionals, and managing contractors to achieve client objectives.
• Reviewing design and construction documents and ensures the quality and accuracy of the product.
• Inspecting the construction of medical and other facilities and ensures the work complies with project plans and specifications.
• Supervision of field construction by issuing work orders; resolving design issues; verifying materials used by contractors; meeting requirements of, and resolving issues with, local and state authorities.
• Maintaining information accessible by filing plans and documents; updating field engineering maps, drawings, materials, and specifications databases; documenting installations and modifications.
• Coordination of personnel and equipment moves are also performed in this position.

PM Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or professional certification
• Minimum three to five years experience in corporate facilities planning and project management and experience with projects from $1M to $10M.
• Proven ability to estimate and manage minor budgets
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Healthcare and OSHPD experience is preferred
• CPM Scheduling
• Required computer skills are MS Office, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

Company Overview:

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

UNICO is a fast-growing consulting firm with significant opportunities for upward mobility. UNICO supports professional development and continuing education. Fun, flexible work environment and competitive compensation and benefits. Please send your resume with detailed experience. Include job references for past employment and experience.

Job Description:

UNICO is seeking an Area Lead - Senior Resident Engineer with experience leading local, state and federally funded transportation contracts for projects located in the Northern California Bay Area. Must have 10+ years relevant industry experience, familiar with transportation, transit or operational facilities type projects. Type of infrastructure projects include civil improvements, structural facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, underground utilities, earthwork, TOD, etc. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

The Area Lead - Senior Resident Engineer will be responsible for successful completion of construction projects. Specific responsibilities include being an owner’s representative, attending and running client and contractor meetings, reviewing plans and specifications and ensuring compliance with documents, providing project documentation in the form of letters, RFI/Submittal responses, change orders, etc., overseeing field inspection, supervising project inspection teams, and providing technical guidance and quality assurance, maintaining project controls including cost and schedule management. Must have experience working in a team environment, and have the ability to direct and supervise field construction activities and staff, office engineering, inspection, materials testing, field contract administration, and to act as liaison with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, design professionals, public involvement and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience with proposal preparation and client management
• Must have the ability to direct and manage staff
• BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer in California
• 10+ years of industry experience, 5 years managing construction projects or working as a resident engineer for a public agency
• Aptitude and passion to help win work
• Possess a valid driver's license and clear DMV record
• Must have the ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Competitive Salary and generous benefits including health, vision, dental, life, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays. Energizing, fast paced, nimble and expanding company with plenty of career growth opportunity.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race (including natural hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and over), medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex (including sexual harassment, sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information/characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic or activity protected by law.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

The Opportunity: The Palate of a Chef, the Mind of a Scientist

TCHO is looking for a rare professional to serve as the tactical engine of our research and production. This individual will fill a high-impact role that bridges the gap between creative sensory exploration and technical production. This is a hands-on role at our factory, responsible for tending the entire lifecycle of our chocolate. This begins with the cacao beans being grown around the world by our farmer partners, to the final production of high-end chocolate and confections at our production facility in Berkeley. We are seeking a maker who can manage complex data and production schedules while maintaining a disciplined focus on creativity and flavor.

This position is 100% onsite due to the hands-on nature of the role, including production, sensory evaluation, laboratory work, and small-batch confectionery manufacturing.

1. Sensory Mastery & Tasting

• Daily Analysis: Lead disciplined daily sensory panels of raw cacao liquors, experimental batches, finished chocolate, and confections to ensure every product meets TCHO standards.
• Raw Material Selection: Participate in the selection and sensory analysis of all raw materials, including cocoa beans, liquor, powder, butter, and inclusions such as nuts or vanilla.
• Final Sign-off: Provide sensory sign-off for final products coming off the line to ensure manufacturing quality and consistency.

2. The “Source” & Laboratory Management

• Bean Sample Management: Manage the intake of cacao samples from global partners, including roasting, winnowing, and grinding micro-batches to evaluate fermentation quality and genetic potential.
• Flavor Lab Oversight: Manage daily operations of the flagship TCHO Flavor Lab space (one of only 12 worldwide).
• Operational Upkeep: Oversee lab organization, cleaning, sample retention, and restocking of laboratory supplies and equipment.

3. Production, Formulation & Retail Confectionery

• Formula Creation: Develop and manage proprietary daily production formulas used by the manufacturing team.
• Retail Confectionery Production: Act as a Confectioner for TCHO Retail, responsible for creating small-batch and small-lot confections for retail customers, including hand-crafted and limited-run items.
• Efficiency & Scalability: Support factory operations by optimizing run times, flush materials, FIFO practices, and small-batch scalability.
• SOP Compliance: Ensure all product SOPs are followed, including requirements related to cross-contamination, Organic, Kosher, and Fair Trade certifications.

4. New Product Development (NPD)

• Dream-to-Reality: Translate creative product concepts into consistent, repeatable production.
• Prototyping: Execute hands-on prototyping and produce sales and retail samples, including chocolate formulas, plant-based ganache, enrobed items, panned goods, and other confections.
• Scaling: Move products from lab-scale concepts to small industrial and retail-ready production.

Who You Are

• Palate-Driven: You possess an advanced ability to articulate flavor and a deep interest learning how the magic of chocolate comes to life.
• Analytical: You love a good system and can track R&D data and formulas with precision to keep projects on a professional timeline.
• Technically Grounded: You likely have a background in Food Science, Pastry, or Confectionery and know your way around the bakery and confectionery world.
• Onsite & Flexible: This is not a desk job. You are based at our Berkeley HQ and willing to work weekends to keep the lab and production cycles moving.

Skills & Abilities

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years working in pastry, confectionary or chocolate industry,
• Demonstrated leadership experience of teaching and developing teams within food industry.
• Excellent writing, reading and communication skills
• Spanish fluency is a major plus.
• Ability to transport and move 50-pound handloads
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for entire shift
• Must be able to work above ground levels-10 feet and in cold and warm temperature work environment

Salary - $95,000 - $120,000