Posted:
3/27/2026, 11:28:09 AM
Location(s):
Watsonville, California, United States ⋅ California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Product
Oversee day-to-day operations of the plant tissue culture laboratory, ensuring work is completed according to established protocols and production schedules.
Supervise and coordinate the work of laboratory technicians involved in tissue culture production activities.
Provide training and technical guidance on plant tissue culture procedures including media preparation, sterile techniques, and plant propagation methods.
Ensure laboratory protocols, SOPs, and safety procedures are followed consistently by laboratory staff.
Monitor laboratory production output and workflow efficiency to support production goals and operational priorities.
Maintain accurate records related to laboratory production, inventory, and documentation requirements.
Support coordination of laboratory activities with research associates and management to ensure alignment with project timelines.
Troubleshoot operational issues related to tissue culture processes, laboratory equipment, or production workflows.
Ensure proper operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment such as laminar flow hoods, autoclaves, and microscopes.
Promote a safe laboratory environment by ensuring compliance with safety procedures, biosafety practices, and chemical handling guidelines.
Delegate tasks to technicians and monitor progress to ensure timely completion of laboratory activities.
Recommend improvements to laboratory workflows and processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
Communicate regularly with the Laboratory Manager regarding production progress, operational challenges, and resource needs.
Compensation and Benefits
The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.
Salary Range estimated for the Plant Tissue Culture Lab Lead Supervisor, Commercial Program: $70,000.00/year to $80,000.00/year.
Driscoll’s is committed to a culture of care and offers an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. Other benefits include: 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing participation, paid sick time, paid vacation, paid personal and family care leave, and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). More detailed information regarding the benefits package, will be shared during the application process.
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Website: https://www.driscolls.com/
Headquarter Location: Watsonville, California, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1904
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Food and Beverage ⋅ Grocery ⋅ Lifestyle ⋅ Nutrition ⋅ Organic Food ⋅ Shopping