Full-Time

Director – Process Development & Scale-Up

Posted on 10/31/2024

Every

Every

51-200 employees

Produces animal-free protein using fermentation

Food & Agriculture

Compensation Overview

$185k - $225kAnnually

+ Stock Options

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence.

Category
Computational Biology
Biology Lab & Research
Biology & Biotech
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in a relevant biotechnology field and at least 10 years of process development experience across all scales of industrial biochemical processing (bench, pilot, manufacturing).
  • Proven experience leading, managing, and mentoring teams of scientists and engineers in the successful development, scale-up, and deployment of fermentation production and purification processes.
  • Expertise in various fermentation, separation, and purification unit operations.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence through a balance of listening and speaking.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities, finding innovative solutions to problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams across various disciplines and levels.
Responsibilities
  • Manage, mentor, and guide the process development team (USP and DSP) in creating economically viable fermentation, separation, and purification processes from bench to pilot to commercial scale.
  • Provide strategic direction for USP and DSP process development initiatives, driving the expansion of both internal and external capabilities as needed.
  • Ensure the teams develop scalable, robust, and cost-effective processes across a variety of products on schedule and on budget.
  • Collaborate across technical, project management, manufacturing, commercial, and regulatory teams to set and achieve process development timelines, ensuring the teams have the necessary resources to complete projects.
  • Define metrics on process performance and implement mechanisms for tracking and reporting of those metrics across the company.
  • Contribute to identifying opportunities for changes in process and/or adding capital projects at external manufacturing facilities to achieve the lowest possible costs of goods.
  • Lead process development activities with contract manufacturing sites, which includes travel (up to 25%).
  • Maintain strong, transparent, and collaborative relationships within Technology and with Operations, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Regulatory teams, as well as senior leadership.
  • Advocate for and adhere to all laboratory safety protocols.
  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.

The EVERY Company produces animal-free protein, focusing on vegan egg protein ingredients made through precision fermentation. This process merges traditional fermentation with modern technology to create sustainable protein without animal farming. The company primarily serves food and beverage brands that want to offer ethical and sustainable products, targeting health-conscious consumers, vegans, and environmentally aware individuals. EVERY operates on a B2B model, partnering with large distributors like Ingredion and AB InBev BioBrew to expand its reach. Revenue comes from selling its protein ingredients to manufacturers, who then create their own plant-based products. The goal of The EVERY Company is to lead the animal-free protein movement by providing high-quality, sustainable ingredients that meet the growing demand for plant-based alternatives.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$239M

Headquarters

Daly City, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • EVERY's partnerships with Grupo Palacios and The Vegetarian Butcher expand market reach.
  • Rising demand for plant-based diets boosts EVERY's animal-free protein appeal.
  • US government funding supports EVERY's sustainable protein manufacturing research.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory hurdles in the EU could delay EVERY's product roll-out.
  • Fluctuating sugar prices may impact EVERY's production costs.
  • EVERY faces competition from better-funded companies like Perfect Day.

What makes Every unique

  • EVERY uses precision fermentation to create animal-free proteins, reducing environmental impact.
  • The company partners with major distributors like Ingredion for global reach.
  • EVERY's B2B model allows rapid scaling through established distribution networks.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Commuter Benefits

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

401(k) Company Match

Stock Options

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