Lingrove

Marketing Manager - Partially Onsite San Francisco

About Us

Come join our team as we transform the built environment, transportation, and consumer durables markets with carbon-negative high-performance composites like no other product before. Join our team as we bring Ekoa® to market with some of the biggest brand partners whom we’re helping with the cleanest, greenest high-performance composite materials, products, and structures. At Lingrove, we are pushing sustainable design to the limit with our line of innovative, carbon-negative natural fiber composite materials - and ongoing technology innovations.

We are searching for a highly-creative Marketing Manager – with at least 5 years of experience in online marketing - to lead our marketing team. In this position, you will be responsible for all aspects of our marketing operations. Your central goal is to help grow our brand’s influence while driving online leads to sales. You will be working from the San Francisco office, at least half of the time and must be San-Francisco based.

Your duties will include planning, implementing, and monitoring our marketing campaigns. Our ideal candidate is someone with experience in email marketing, social media, and content management, as well as being able to fully manage a CRM and CMS. In addition to being an outstanding communicator, you will also demonstrate excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.

Bonus points for great writers.

Marketing Manager Responsibilities:

• Designing and overseeing all aspects of our online marketing department including our marketing database, email, social media, and (in the future) display advertising campaigns.

• Managing vendors to design and launch a Shopify website.

• Manage website.

• Developing and monitoring campaign budgets.

• Planning and managing our social media platforms.

• Preparing accurate reports on our marketing campaigns’ overall performance.

• Coordinating with content consultants to ensure the right content is being produced

• Identifying the latest trends and technologies affecting our industry.

• Working with your team to brainstorm new and innovative growth strategies.

• Managing consultants for all aspects of marketing

Digital Marketing Manager Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or relevant field.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in email marketing, web management, and social media

• In-depth knowledge of various CMS and social media platforms, best practices, and website analytics.

• Ability to manage email campaigns with CRM and other software

• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a huge plus.

• Highly creative.

• Excellent analytical abilities.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

• Up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in marketing.

Marketing Managers are responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic marketing plans for an entire organization (or lines of business and brands within an organization) in order to attract potential customers and retain existing ones.

They must be great business leaders as well as great marketing leaders. They are responsible for working with executives to determine budgets and targets, and they are often charged with developing pricing strategies for products and services.

While the marketing department looks to Marketing Managers for guidance and direction, executives count on them for profitability and results. They generally work in corporate environments as part of a larger marketing, creative, communications or digital team. As part of an organization, they play a critical role in aligning creative direction with the company’s strategic goals.

Day-to-Day Duties

• Manage and coordinate marketing calendar

•  Lead market research efforts to uncover the viability of current and existing products/services

• Collaborate with media organizations and advertising agencies

• Brainstorm ideas for new campaigns

• Coordinate with the sales team and other departments to produce effective strategies

• Monitor current campaigns, ensuring their staff meets deadlines and complete necessary tasks

• Analyze data to evaluate the success of their marketing efforts and come up with new ideas to improve brand marketing and exposure

Equal Employment OpportunitiesLingrove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

More about Ekoa®

Our eco-friendly Ekoa® plant-based surfaces, panels, and 3D products can replace wood and laminates in all interior applications – from walls to ceilings to casework, and so on – with a cost-competitive, carbon-neutral, clean chemistry product that delivers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than steel.

Email: hr@lingrove.com for more information

 Part-Time Consultant: Technical Color Advisor, Scaled Decor Sector (Hardline, Furniture + Interiors)

ABOUT LINGROVE

Join Lingrove on our mission to reverse climate change in the built environment. Advise our growing team as we transform the built environment, transportation, and consumer products with carbon-negative and high-performance Ekoa®. We’re bringing Ekoa® to market with some of the biggest brand partners by providing the cleanest, greenest, and highest-performance composite materials, products, and structures available. You will be a key part of Lingrove’s growing product development team and changing the face of spaces, furniture, vehicles (interiors for now), and everywhere you see wood/carbon fiber today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lingrove is seeking a Technical Color Advisor to advise our team on developing colors and textures for our current and new product portfolios. This includes expertise in sourcing and using pigments.

Lingrove’s Color Advisor is highly valued within the Lingrove organization and plays a leading role in the design, brand, retail, and marketing of our products. It is a true collaboration amongst our product, engineering, marketing, sales, and executive teams.

As a Color Advisor, you will be part of the Product/Engineering Team. This role supports the goals of the business by delivering the technical workstream on multiple projects. This position will work with the cross-functional aspects of the business and translate customer requirements into product attributes.

Please note: This position is an advisory role and will collaborate directly with our pigment, product, and engineering team members. The role does not require being physically present in the San Francisco workshop, however, the ability to travel is necessary (15%).

Key Activities/Responsibilities

• Provide technical advisory to realize specific color and texture objectives in the Lingrove product roadmap,  through expertise in the application of pigments, dyes and pigment dispersions etc.

• Advise and de-risk coloration systems that scale to quality and consistency in the manufacturing setting

• Provide specific, direct technical assistance & recommendations to the product team for

  • Color standard setting

  • Color matching

  • Equipment selection and use to drive accuracy and consistency

  • Documentation of color standards

  • Procurement of color and pigmentation

  • Establish color QC/QA program

• (Preferred but not required) CMF trend consultation / related connections

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in coloration systems for hardline (home, commercial, or FF&A.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Textile Design, Color, and Material Design, a plus.

• Must be self-motivated, adaptable, flexible, and able to manage multiple parallel-path projects

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced start-up environment

• Eager mentor and capable educator, driven to spread methodological understanding throughout the broader team and organization

Skills

• Exceptional communication and collaboration

• Successful track record of working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

• Knowledge of Google Suite required

• Proficiency with design tools, software, and prototyping methods a plus.

• Ability to develop standard operating procedures

• Highly organized

Equal Employment Opportunities

Lingrove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

More About Our Proprietary Natural Composite Ekoa®

Our signature Ekoa® plant-based composites are an elegant and Earth-friendly solution for both aesthetic and structural applications.  Ekoa® features a natural, wood-like surface finish, but retains advanced structural properties typical of traditional composites. Lingrove surfacing and panels are just the beginning as we extend our technology to make world-class products.

If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact our HR team: hr@lingrove.com

Product Manager (Full-Time/San Rafael, CA)

About Us

Want to change the world for the better? Lingrove transforms the built environment, transportation, and consumer durables markets with low-carbon yet high-performance interiors, creating plant-based composites as an alternative to traditional materials like plastics, metals, and wood. We are looking for a Product Manager to lead the development and launch of our innovative products and solutions.

As a Product Manager at Lingrove, you will work closely with the CEO and cross-functional teams to identify market needs, define product requirements, and execute product development plans. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing startup at the forefront of sustainable materials innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Define product strategy and roadmap in collaboration with executive leadership, sales, marketing, and engineering teams

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer needs, competitive landscape, and industry trends

• Develop and maintain product specifications, feature prioritization, and release schedules

• Work closely with engineering, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure products are developed to meet customer requirements and production targets

• Manage product launch plans, including go-to-market strategies, pricing, and promotions

• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop product messaging and positioning

• Build and maintain relationships with key customers, partners, and suppliers

• Monitor and report on product performance metrics, including sales, customer satisfaction, and feedback

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field

• 5+ years of experience in product management, preferably in a B2B or industrial environment

• Strong technical background with experience in materials science, chemistry, or manufacturing preferred

• Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to identify customer needs and develop innovative solutions

• Strong project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams and meet project timelines

• Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively present ideas and proposals to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Passion for sustainability and innovation

About the Role

• You will be working from our San Francisco office, at least 3/4 time in the office. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position, onsite. Core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• This job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of everything you might do at Lingrove. As a small team, we encourage career growth, exploration, and the wearing of many hats. Roles and responsibilities are collaborative and may change or evolve over time based on our needs and your particular skill set.

We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive salary

• Stock options

• 99% employer healthcare coverage

• Family leave

• Flexible paid time off

• Wellness benefits

  If you are passionate about sustainability and want to be part of a fast-growing startup that is making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Lingrove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

More about Ekoa®

Our eco-friendly Ekoa® plant-based surfaces, panels, and 3D products can replace wood and laminates in all interior applications – from walls to ceilings to casework, and so on – with a cost-competitive, carbon-neutral, clean chemistry product that delivers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than steel.

Email: hr@lingrove.com for more information

Machine Operator (Full-Time/San Rafael, CA)

About Us

Want to change the world for the better? Lingrove transforms the built environment, transportation, and consumer durables markets with low-carbon yet high-performance interiors, creating plant-based composites as an alternative to traditional materials like plastics, metals, and wood. We are looking for a Machine Operator to help us set up, maintain, and operate machinery efficiently.

As a machine operator at Lingrove, your primary responsibility would be to operate machinery used in the manufacturing process of these composite materials. You will be responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly maintained, while collaborating with co-workers to help our team achieve a high level of productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with machinery setup

• Start machinery and make adjustments when necessary to improve performance

• Operate machinery and equipment according to instructions

• Troubleshoot issues and perform maintenance

• Perform quality control, follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor

• Create and maintain activity logs

• Comply with all safety and health regulations

• Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness in work area

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility, or similar relevant experience

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work, and adhere to safe work practices

• Must be detail-oriented

• Understanding of production and plant processes

• Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

• Ability to work in a team

• Ability to lift heavy equipment, to bend, and to stand or walk for long periods of time

• Willingness to work in shifts (late or early hours, weekends, and overtime if necessary)

About the Role

• You will be working from our San Rafael office. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position, onsite. Core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• This job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of everything you might do at Lingrove. As a small team, we encourage career growth, exploration, and the wearing of many hats. Roles and responsibilities are collaborative and may change or evolve over time based on our needs and your particular skill set.

We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive salary

• Stock options

• 99% employer healthcare coverage

• Family leave

• Flexible paid time off

• Wellness benefits

  If you are passionate about sustainability and want to be part of a fast-growing startup that is making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Lingrove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

More about Ekoa®

Our eco-friendly Ekoa® plant-based surfaces, panels, and 3D products can replace wood and laminates in all interior applications – from walls to ceilings to casework, and so on – with a cost-competitive, carbon-neutral, clean chemistry product that delivers a higher strength-to-weight ratio than steel.

Email: hr@lingrove.com for more information

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