Junior Production Technician
Marama LabsDuration: 3 months fixed full-time (with possibility of extension)
Location: Kelburn, Wellington
Reports to: Production Lead
About Us
Marama Labs is aiming to become a leading innovator in the thriving nanomedicine industry, dedicated to advancing healthcare outcomes for humankind through cutting-edge spectroscopy hardware and software solutions. We are looking for a highly skilled Junior Production Technician to join our dynamic team and contribute to the manufacturing of our high-quality product CloudSpec. Our device and platform is used by leading Biopharma researchers and drug manufacturers around the world.
About the Role
You love building? We’re looking for a practical, hands-on person to support CloudSpec device production for three months. The role includes device assembly, testing, and lab-based sample work. Full training is provided — we’re looking for someone adaptable, careful, can follow rigorous processes and is eager to learn.
Key Responsibilities
Work on the mechanical, optical, and electrical assembly of CloudSpec devices
Perform basic soldering and use hand tools confidently
Run test scripts and automated procedures (no coding required)
Support troubleshooting using structured problem-solving
Carry out pipetting and basic lab workflows
Prepare and run samples on analysis equipment
Maintain good lab practice and contamination awareness
Keep documentation and workspaces organised
About You
Education & Background
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Engineering, Chemistry, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
If you are taking a break from study to gain some real-world industry experience, please do not hesitate to apply.
Skills & Experience
You are a tinkerer at heart who loves to make things work, build them, assemble things, and being hands on.
Love using hand tools; some soldering or electrical assembly experience preferred
Confident running scripts or command-line tools (no coding needed)
Basic familiarity with laboratory environments and clean techniques
Awareness of contamination risks in sample handling
Experience with analytical instruments or spectroscopy is a bonus
Exposure to basic coding or data analysis is beneficial
Personal Qualities
Practical, reliable, and detail-focused
You enjoy following detailed instructions and adhering to rigorous processes.
Strong interested in high quality, reproducibility and efficiency
Eager to learn and comfortable asking questions
Strong communication skills
A collaborative team player
Why Join Us?
Work with advanced optical and analytical technology
Gain real-world experience in both hardware production and lab workflows
Learn from an experienced team in a friendly, supportive environment
Opportunity for extension or future roles based on performance and business needs
Experience the reality of working in a fast-paced yet high quality start-up environment
Amazing Wellington harbour views; optionally ride the cable car to work.