Quality Control Associate

About ZymoChem

ZymoChem is breakthrough science for a fossil-free future.  We accelerate the transition to a real-zero economy by developing bio-based materials for everyday products.  Our platform is powered by proprietary carbon conserving (C2) microbes that convert renewable feedstocks into high-value materials while radically minimizing CO2 loss during the production phase.  

ZymoChem recently closed a $21 million Series A round of fundraising to support the launch of our first high-performance material and to advance our first partnered product to commercial scale.  In addition to this funding from premier domestic & international venture capital firms, we are also supported by existing revenues from commercial partnerships with world-leading companies and funding from multiple government awards, including a 2023 $4MM grant from the Department of Energy. 

With a plan to double our team in 2024-25, we seek candidates who are motivated by science & innovation and have a passion to push the boundaries of materials performance.  We are collaborative, multidisciplinary, and relentlessly committed to creating a chemicals, materials, and products industry in tune with the 21st century. 

Our Mission: To catalyze a real-zero economy with drop-in, bio-based solutions.

Our Vision: To live in a world in which the goods we depend on every day are bio-manufactured from 100% renewable materials and designed for a sustainable economy - without compromise.

Our Values: Lead with Compassion, Aspire Collectively, Evolve Continuously, Innovate with Impact, Scale Sustainably

Position Summary

The Quality Control Associate position is responsible for routine operational testing including but not limited to materials and finished products to ensure conformance to all applicable specifications, company and industry standards. This position includes analyzing and recording testing results; troubleshooting instrument problems and initiating corrective action when necessary; recommending changes to QC documents and procedures; maintaining and servicing QC equipment; preparing chemical standard samples for testing; and maintaining an organized and safe QC lab. The role offers great opportunities for those interested in a quality control background to gain research and development, operational and laboratory experience. 

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and data collection for commercially scalable R&D pilot processes for the production of our first-of-its-kind bioproduct.
• Record all testing data & results in both written and digital form in the laboratory database for record keeping.
• Collating test data and drafting quality reports and identifying possible areas for improvement in quality control processes as needed.
• Ensure and optimize the test process, new method development and validation to enhance the quality testing & productivity for both incoming raw materials and final product.
• Inspecting goods or products according to quality and safety standards and ensuring goods and products comply with company standards as well as Federal and State law.
• Report results, review data and advise