We’re on a journey to Grow the Future of Materials. How? By unlocking the unique properties of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Our patented technology, Fine Mycelium™, unleashes a new class of materials crafted from nature, engineered for performance, and built for a resilient future.We’re seeking passionate learners to join us in pioneering a materials revolution and creating an epic place to work.
MycoWorks offers competitive equity and benefits programs to support the health, well-being, and financial empowerment of all our employees.We root our relationships with our partners and one another in our core values: Be Mycelial, Cultivate Quality, and Grow the Future, and we're committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment where all employees belong. Women, gender expansive individuals, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
We are now building our production in Union, South Carolina and are looking for hardworking, enthusiastic, production-minded individuals to join our team. We create a premium, natural material that compares in quality and performance to the finest animal leathers.
We work 12-hr shifts in a 2-2-3 schedule where you work alternate working weekends.
This a fantastic, ground-floor opportunity to join a startup company as an employee. All offers include salary + benefits + stock options!
This is an on-site role at our manufacturing plant in Union, South Carolina.
Responsibilities:
- Follow all safety and quality protocols consistent with a biotech manufacturing environment
- With training and guidance, work with your team to produce our materials per company standard by following all protocols and procedures
- Operate various types of machinery in a safe manner and report any and all machine abnormalities, repairing when possible
- Troubleshoot machines and work processes when standard production issues arise
- Particpate in clean, inspect and lubrication (CIL) activities to support line reliability improvements
- Record all production and quality data accurately and in a timely manner
- Participate in capability and skill building activities within the plant
- Don proper personal protective equipment (PPE; gowns, face mask, gloves, ear plugs) at all required times
- Identify improvement opportunities with current procedures and properly escalate them to leadership
- Serve as a good teammate and be a positive influence and advocate of the Company’s values and culture
Requirements:
- Six months plus of work experience in a production environment - food, beverage, pharma, or experience in a regulated environment is a plus
- Reliable transportation to ensure consistent attendance on all scheduled days
- Be detail oriented, with a high level of focus on the quality of your work
- Ability to work on your feet the majority of your shift and handle materials up to 70 pounds in weight with assistance (i.e. push and pull, or lift in tandem)
- The ability to be coachable and both give and receive constructive feedback
- General computer knowledge and data entry ability
- Able to function in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Physical Demand
Frequency
Stand or Sit (stationary position)
Frequently to Constantly
Walk (move/traverse)
Frequently to Constantly
Dexterity (use hands/fingers to handle/feel)
Frequently to Constantly
Climb (stairs/ladders) or Balance
Occasionally to Frequently
Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, Crawl
Occasionally to Frequently
Talk/Hear (communicate/convey/discern)
Frequently to Constantly
See (observe/identify/inspect/perceive/assess)
Frequently to Constantly
Lift, Carry, Push, Pull (move/transport/install/remove)
Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally to Frequently
Exposure to Work Environments
Working near loud machinery, Occasionally to Frequently
We are a 24/7 manufacturing operation. This role may require overtime in order to meet the needs of the business.
MycoWorks offers world class benefits and compensation programs to support the health, well-being and financial empowerment of our employees. Our benefits include:
- Medical, Vision and Dental plans at no cost to employees
- Equity
- Optional insurance coverage for partners and dependents
- FSA Accounts
- Free Personal Health Advocate
- Generous PTO policy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays beyond the traditional
- 401(k) program
MycoWorks may contact you via text message regarding your application for this or similar opportunities. You can always text STOP to opt out.
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In our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we recognize the importance of accommodating individual needs. If you require any specific accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know. We are dedicated to facilitating a comfortable and accessible experience for all candidates, and will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
What We Do
We create materials at the intersection of art, nature and biotechnology using mycelium, one of the earth’s most regenerative resources. Our mission is to create a platform for the highest quality materials using Fine Mycelium™. Our first product, Reishi™ offers our partners in fashion an option for leather that is neither animal nor plastic, yet uncompromising in quality and aesthetic expression.
Today, our team is growing in order to scale and deliver Reishi to an even broader range of partners in fashion, footwear and beyond. Together, we’re working towards a world where mycelium enables resilient, creative solutions for any industry dependent on animal and petroleum-derived products.
Founded by artists and innovators, MycoWorks is building an inclusive, mission-driven team of people, and a culture where all employees belong. We are passionate learners who are proud of the breakthrough materials we’re bringing to the world. Join our growing team, and let’s grow the future of materials.
