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Osteoid Inc

Lab Production Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$21/hr

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with competing demands Qualities We Look For ... Casual work culture * Team bonding activities, free snacks and more! Additional Information about ...

Aegis Worldwide

Lab Production Technician

Glendale Heights, IL · On-site

$19.25 - $25.75/hr

Strong organizational and time management skills - attention to detail * Willingness to follow ... Experience in biopharma, animal health, or tissue processing Physical Requirements: * Ability to ...

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CYNET SYSTEMS

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Johnston, IA · On-site

$27 - $32/hr

Carry out crop genome engineering experiments to support trait optimization and product development ... Lab Information Management Systems. * Plant Tissue Culture. * Laboratory Safety. Qualification And ...

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How much do tissue culture lab production manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for tissue culture lab production manager in the United States is $91,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a tissue culture lab production manager do?

A Tissue Culture Lab Production Manager oversees the daily operations of a laboratory that produces plant or animal tissues using tissue culture techniques. Their responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring sterile conditions, optimizing production protocols, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with research and production teams. They also monitor quality control, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role is critical in industries such as agriculture, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, where tissue culture is used for mass propagation, research, or therapeutic purposes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tissue culture lab production manager?

To thrive as a Tissue Culture Lab Production Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of plant tissue culture techniques, laboratory management, and a degree in plant sciences, biotechnology, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), sterile technique protocols, and quality control standards is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills help ensure efficient workflows and effective team performance. These competencies are crucial for maintaining high production standards, minimizing contamination, and achieving consistent results in a high-throughput lab environment.

What are the common challenges faced by a tissue culture lab production manager, and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges for a Tissue Culture Lab Production Manager is maintaining strict aseptic conditions to prevent contamination, which requires constant monitoring and adherence to protocols. Additionally, managing production schedules while meeting quality standards and handling unexpected issues, such as equipment malfunctions or supply shortages, can be demanding. Success in this role often depends on effective team coordination, implementing continuous training, and staying updated with the latest industry practices to ensure efficient and reliable production outputs.

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Laboratory Technician - Media Preparation

West Chicago, IL • On-site

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY
Crop Farming • 1 - 5K employees
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$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare plant tissue culture media following provided protocols to ensure high-quality production.

  • Perform general laboratory duties such as cleaning glassware, autoclaving, and maintaining equipment to support media production.

  • Record details of media preparation processes to ensure consistency and quality.

Job description

Description:

The Media Preparation Technician will play a critical role making high quality plant growth media for Ball Helix’s high throughput tissue culture lab. Important aspects of this role include excellent organization skills, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in an efficient, highly interactive, goal-oriented team environment, and leading with minimal daily supervision. As a team member of Ball Helix, you will work to support plant cell and tissue culture activities.


Job Responsibilities and Duties 

  • Prepare plant tissue culture media following provided protocols to ensure the consistent production of high-quality plant media. This includes fluency in using the Laboratory Information Management System.
  • Perform general lab duties including, but not limited to, cleaning glassware, autoclaving, and maintaining laboratory equipment to maintain the continuous operation of a high-throughput media production laboratory.
  • Recommends and enables measures and changes to improve production, equipment, product quality and working conditions to increase quality and throughput.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in the Media Lab to maintain the continuous operation of a high-throughput media production laboratory.
  • Record details of media preparation process as required to ensure the consistent production of high-quality plant media
Requirements:
  • Associate degree or BSc in a relevant field preferred.
  • Previous experience in a plant research or tissue culture lab, or manufacturing/production role is preferred. 
  • Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team is important
  • Well organized and detail oriented
  • Ability to focus on meeting the needs of internal customers 


Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time 
  • Must be able to work in a laboratory setting 
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally 

Hourly Pay Range: $20-$22



Our promise to you

Ball is a global leader in horticulture: we develop, produce, and sell plants around the world. Our vision is to color the world through our customers. We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.
 

In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance 
  • 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan 
  • Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays 
  • Tuition assistance 
  • An onsite subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of renowned gardens and
    restored natural areas