Automation & Greenhouse Operations Assistant

Spectraforce Technologies; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking an Automation Team Assistant for our Johnston, IA facility. This 4+ month assignment involves supporting the Controlled Environments Team with routine automation tasks, plant care, and data collection in a warm greenhouse.

Strong initiative, reliability, and a willingness to drive company vehicles are essential. Responsibilities include safe operation, forklift use, transplant assistance, and weekend coverage on a rotating basis.

Qualifications

• Good communication and self-motivation are required.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive company vehicles.
• Experience with MS Office and willingness to learn internal software.

Responsibilities

• Work safely by following written procedures and protocols.
• Run routine tasks such as operating an industrial tipper/grinder.
• Drive company truck and trailer.
• Use forklift and pallet jack to stock supplies.
• Load and operate automated washers in the headhouse and greenhouses.
• Perform plant care tasks and assist with transplanting.
• Assist in plant sampling within the automated headhouse and greenhouses.
• Troubleshoot and document issues in automated systems.
• Work every 6th weekend with compensatory days.

Skills

Good communication

Self-motivation

Independent work

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Driver's license

MS Office

Willingness to learn

Robotics interest

Weekend availability

Tools

MS Office

Forklift operation

Truck driving

Internal research software

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking an Automation Team Assistant for our Johnston, IA facility. This 4+ month assignment involves supporting the Controlled Environments Team with routine automation tasks, plant care, and data collection in a warm greenhouse.

Strong initiative, reliability, and a willingness to drive company vehicles are essential. Responsibilities include safe operation, forklift use, transplant assistance, and weekend coverage on a rotating basis.