Greenhouse Plant Production Operator (USP)

Plantible, backed by Astanor Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, Piva Capital, Kellogg’s, and Vectr Ventures, is a vertically integrated biology company that is unlocking the power in plants in service of people & planet. Our mission is to create solutions that empower customers to make sustainable and regenerative choices without compromising on quality. We are beginning with the food industry. Please visit our website to learn more about our mission and continued success: https://www.plantiblefoods.com/

Operators play a critical role in supporting engineers and operations by keeping our pilot plant, cultivation systems, and facilities running smoothly. Whether working in processing, greenhouses, or across the site, this role offers firsthand exposure to innovative protein extraction processes in a fast-moving food manufacturing startup. You’ll have the opportunity to make an immediate and lasting impact by supporting daily operations, improving processes, and helping scale a novel, sustainable production system, while growing alongside the company.

• →Perform hands-on routine and non-routine cultivation operations, including pond cleaning, maintenance, and biomass harvesting.
• →Monitor greenhouse environmental conditions and Lemna plant health to ensure consistent, high-quality biomass production.
• →Collect, record, and enter operational and cultivation data accurately and consistently.
• →Work safely and effectively in hot, humid greenhouse environments for extended periods of time.
• →Follow standardized operating procedures and contribute to operational consistency across shifts.
• →Assist with preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and upkeep of cultivation and greenhouse equipment as needed.
• →Collaborate with Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, and R&D teams to support process optimization and scaling efforts.
• →Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment in accordance with GMP, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety standards.

• Some prior experience in food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Knowledge of safe work practices in a facility manufacturing environment.
• Experience in basic technical/mechanical manufacturing.
• Ability to do basic math functions (add/subtract/multiply/divide).
• Must be able to convert standard units of measurement.
• Forklift Certification or the ability to complete certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to stand 8+ hours a day, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift over 50 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early morning, evening or night shifts, as needed.
• Experience in chemical processing and automated control systems is a plus.
• Experience in hydroponics/aquaponics is a plus!
• A desire to contribute and make a sustainable impact!

Joining Plantible means contributing to a sustainable future for all. We are a venture backed startup that is both spreading happiness amongst our employees and to current and future generations. We believe diversity creates uniqueness. Our team is composed of highly talented people with different interests and hobbies, which makes for a rich working environment.

• Competitive health and wellness benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off & Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Program
• Career Stipend
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Working in a rapidly growing, flexible and entrepreneurial environment
• Team building and company-wide events
• And of course, lots of beautiful land for outdoor activities!

Plantible Foods is aware of fraudulent job offers and individuals impersonating our recruiters or employees.

Please note:

• We will never ask candidates to pay fees for employment, training, equipment, or background checks.
• We will never request sensitive personal or financial information during the early stages of the hiring process.
• All official Plantible Foods communications come only from email addresses ending in @plantiblefoods.com.
• Our only official company website is www.plantiblefoods.com, and our jobs are posted on our Careers page and our official LinkedIn page.

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