Manufacturing Technician

Mori; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO Program

Paid Sick Leave & Parental Leave

Company-Paid Holidays

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Account with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking Garage

Free On-Site Gym

Job summary

A pioneering food-tech startup based in Boston is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Technician to support operations in their Pilot Plant. This role involves operating equipment, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to sustainable practices. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a strong team-oriented mindset. The position offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, promoting a hands-on approach in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Exceptional organizational and team-building skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate pilot-plant equipment and ensure maintenance.
• Perform pre-operation and end-of-shift activities.
• Conduct quality and environmental sampling and testing.

Skills

Reliability

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Safety-minded

Flexibility

Curiosity

Hands-on

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, or related field

Associate’s degree with 1+ year relevant experience

2–3+ years relevant experience

Tools

Basic engineering unit operations

Job description

Overview

Mori is a fast‑paced anti‑food waste Series C startup on a mission to create “More Food, Less Waste” by transforming the food, agriculture, and packaging industries. Leveraging a naturally derived silk protein, Mori creates an all‑natural food ingredient and coating that slows down the spoiling process of perishable foods, reducing reliance on plastic packaging, cutting food and packaging waste, and increasing supply‑chain efficiency.

Our Values

• Operate with Care: we respect where food comes from and where it is meant to go.
• Practice Humility: we communicate simply and specifically.
• Do Good Work: we show the data and prioritize practicality.
• Anything, Anytime, Anywhere: we do whatever it takes to get the job done.

About the Role

Mori is seeking a motivated and hardworking Manufacturing Technician to join our Engineering team and work in our groundbreaking Pilot Plant. You will contribute meaningfully to Mori Manufacturing and become a valued member of a mission‑critical team. You will support the Pilot Plant manufacturing operations, operating equipment to produce Mori products while ensuring proper maintenance, sanitation, and quality control.

• Location: Hood Park, Charlestown, MA
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 1st shift (6 AM‑3 PM) or 2nd shift (3 PM‑12 AM) – both available
• On‑site requirement: 5 days a week
• 1st shift salary: $55,000‑$65,000 annually
• 2nd shift salary: $61,600‑$72,800 annually (includes 12% shift differential)
• Note: Mori cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

What You Will Do

• Operate pilot‑plant equipment including maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation.
• Perform pre‑operation and end‑of‑shift activities to ensure proper start‑up and operation of multiple pieces of equipment.
• Carry out protein extraction, purification, and drying following established SOPs.
• Contribute to bench‑scale R&D runs for new process and material development, on occasion.
• Perform daily quality and environmental sampling, monitoring, and testing.
• Engage in intellectual work that requires consistent exercise of discretion and judgment.
• Communicate observations, results, recommendations, safety hazards, and issues to the team.
• Maintain a safe work environment and participate in Mori’s safety culture.
• Maintain production paperwork, files, and databases.
• Follow all plant GMPs, food safety protocols, and production procedures.
• Adapt to evolving business needs and support additional tasks as required.

Who You Are

• Reliable: you take pride in showing up, doing the work well, and being consistent day‑to‑day.
• Team‑Oriented but Self‑Sufficient: you collaborate easily in a small team yet can operate independently with confidence.
• Clear & Open Communicator: you share observations, ask questions, raise issues, and keep your team informed with straightforward, respectful communication.
• Safety‑Minded & Quality‑Focused: you naturally prioritize safety, cleanliness, and responsibility.
• Flexible & Adaptable: you’re comfortable with shifting priorities, changing schedules, and supporting whatever the team needs.
• Curious & Continuous Learner: you ask questions, seek to understand processes, and are eager to grow your skills.
• Hands‑On & Resilient: you’re comfortable with physical work, staying on your feet, and engaging directly with equipment and processes.

What You Will Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a similar field; OR Associate’s degree with 1+ year relevant experience; OR 2–3+ years relevant experience.
• Ability to work well independently and on a team.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and team‑building skills.
• Flexibility to shift work hours to support the team when needed.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, kneel, and crouch repeatedly throughout the shift, with or without assistance.

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with basic engineering unit operations – stirred tanks, purification, filtration equipment, and drying.
• cGMP compliant process experience in pharma or food.

What Mori Offers

• Flexible PTO Program
• Paid Sick Leave & Parental Leave
• 12 Company‑Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Account with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Free Parking Garage
• Free On‑Site Gym
• Hood Park Tenant Events – bowling, summer food truck Wednesdays
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• On‑Demand primary care through One Medical
• Virtual mental health support with Talkspace
• Fertility support with Kindbody

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food & Beverages

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