Assistant Plant Operator

Greenhouse Culinary Operations:
The Assistant Plant Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of continuous biological processing equipment, pumps, cooling and heating equipment, separation equipment, conveyors, heavy machinery, storage facilities, and pipeline systems via both computer controls and onsite operations. Coordinates with crop production team and monitors equipment and coordinates of directly performs daily measurements of various parameters with standard laboratory equipment. May be required to report during off hours in emergency conditions or remotely monitor equipment conditions.

Perform a variety of tasks related to Plant Operations:

· Routinely collect water samples and perform basic analyses

· Record observations and organize data and analysis results accordingly

· Operate and maintain critical equipment related to the plant and associated facilities

· Coordinate with crop production team to plan for seasonal demands

· Lead Start-Up/ Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down equipment procedures

· Troubleshoot biological processing systems and machinery

· Control and adapt operation settings to maintain optimal plant operation

· Perform new and evolving tasks as projects and developments advance

· Communicate measurements and operation information with management

· Maintain a safe working environment and exhibit the company core values

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

· This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Skills:

· Knowledge of the operation, control, and general design of various kinds of systems typically present in a processing plant is a plus.

· Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as percentages, ratios, and proportions is required.

· Basic computer skills such as opening, creating, and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.

· Ability to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties, and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.

· Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, and teams, at various levels of the organization, in a business-like and professional manner is required.

· Ability to modify communication style to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage all parties according to the audience and circumstance is required.

· Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues. Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.

· Ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability, and commitment to the role, team, and company.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.

· Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.

· Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.

· Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.

· Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position.

· Routinely reacts to visual, aural, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to inspect work visually.

· May work in confined spaces (i.e., tanks, between compressors, vessels).