Laboratory Manager

Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, enabling the next giant leaps in human progress. The company invented the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine, Passage, capable of connecting thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers for the most advanced AI and HPC workloads.

Lightmatter raised $400 million in its Series D round, reaching a valuation of $4.4 billion. We will continue to accelerate the development of data center photonics and grow every department at Lightmatter!

If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges, making an impact, and being an expert in your craft, join our team of brilliant scientists, engineers, and accomplished industry leaders.

Lightmatter is (re)inventing the future of computing with light!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to oversee a diverse range of responsibilities, including Environmental Health, Safety & Security, inventory management, facilities management, and IT support. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory environment, maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency, and supporting the needs of our equipment and facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Environmental Health, Safety & Security:
• Develop and implement safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections, addressing any issues promptly.
• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations and health and safety standards.
• Inventory Management:
• Oversee inventory of common supplies, including tracking stock levels and ordering replacements as needed.
• Manage the storage and distribution of supplies required by equipment teams.
• Monitor and maintain inventory for wafer/semi-finished goods and finished goods, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely availability.
• Facilities Management & IT Support:
• Assist in the maintenance and management of laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Coordinate with IT to ensure that all laboratory systems and technology are functioning properly.
• Troubleshoot basic IT issues and escalate complex problems to the IT department as necessary.
• Shipping & Receiving:
• Manage the receipt, inspection, and storage of incoming shipments.
• Coordinate the packaging and shipping of outgoing materials, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with shipping regulations.
• Assets Tagging and Audit:
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory assets, including tagging and tracking.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure asset inventory is up-to-date and accurately recorded.
• Order supplies/equipment/tools:
• Place purchase orders for office supplies, lab equipment and tools as needed

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a related field (e.g., Laboratory Technology, Environmental Science) or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of proven experience in a laboratory setting, with a strong understanding of safety protocols and inventory management.
• Basic IT skills, with the ability to troubleshoot common technical issues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Certification in laboratory safety or environmental health and safety.
• Experience with asset management systems and auditing processes.

Must be in office 5 days a week.

We offer competitive compensation. The base salary range for this role determined based on location, experience, educational background, and market data.

Salary Range

$102,000-$116,000 USD

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Savings Matching Program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Paid Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexible, hybrid workplace model
• Equity grants (applicable to full-time employees)

Benefits eligibility may vary depending on your employment status. Lightmatter recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Export Control

Candidates should have capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.