Machine Operator

Cox Farms; Lorena (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightFarms in Texas seeks a Machine Operator for day and night shifts to support our greenhouse production line. You will operate and monitor equipment, perform pre-operation checks, and maintain high quality standards in a controlled climate environment.

Join a safety-conscious team focused on continuous improvement, sanitation, and efficient production. Prior experience is preferred, and willingness to work with moderate supervision is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years experience as a machine operator or related experience.
• Knowledge of GMP/GWP.
• Understanding of basic analytical and problem solving skills.
• Must be a team player and show attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with moderate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment following standardized work and safety practices.
• Perform pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup.
• Operate/monitor equipment to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops.
• Communicate with team members to ensure continuous production of correct product at high quality levels.
• Keep work area clean and perform housekeeping and sanitation on equipment.
• Inspect raw material and packaging components for defects.
• Test finished product for leaks, quality seals and accurate labels.
• Perform basic maintenance like lubrication, inspection, and adjustment.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Stacker units

Job description

Day Shift: 5:45am-6:15pm

Night Shift-5:45pm-6:15am

BrightFarms is The Place to Grow!

At BrightFarms , we're on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we don't just want to grow great-tasting greens, we want them to do good as well: for the planet, for the health of people, and for the well-being of our employees. We give BrightFarmers the tools, training, support, and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people, they do good for the world.

BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry, transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of high-tech, sustainable hydroponic farms. We currently operate six high-tech greenhouse farms, with three new regional greenhouse hubs opening this year . BrightFarms ' fresh lettuce options, from classic greens to crunchy mixes and salad kits, are available in more than 4,5 00 retail stores across the East Coast and Midwest.

General Knowledge and Skills

• Performs all duties in compliance with plant rules and practices safety, conduct, sanitation, and good housekeeping.
• Capable to work from ladders and scaffolding in a safe manner.
• Capable of operating hand operated MHE such as pallet jacks and stacker units
• Work efficiently and effectively with supervision in a team environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to use basic computer software applications
• Legible hand writing required
• Ability to work on a team and interact professionally with others

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation
• Operate/monitor specific equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
• Will keep the work area clean and perform housekeeping and sanitation on equipment
• Inspect raw material and packaging components for defects
• Test finished product for leaks, quality seals and accurate labels
• Perform basic maintenance activities such as lubrication, inspection, and adjustment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 0-2 years experience as a machine operator or related experience
• Knowledge of GMP/GWP
• Understanding of basic Analytical and Problem Solving skills
• Must be a team player and show attention to detail
• Must be able to work with moderate supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a technical field or certification
• Food or agriculture industry experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Key Values & Characteristics of Candidates:

• Authentically Green. Candidates must sincerely care about leading the movement to improve the environmental impact of the food supply chain. Candidates must be passionate about creating a healthier planet, environment, and food supply. The background and experience of candidates should reflect a true passion for improving the way we feed Americans.
• Drive to Succeed. Candidates must have hunger and ambition and must get out of bed and want to strongly perform every day, internally motivated. Candidates must demand excellence and strive to achieve greatness. Candidates should have a high clock speed and imbue energy in those around them.
• Humility & Integrity. Candidates must have personal humility and must want the organization to succeed (not focusing solely on personal success). Candidates must care about people and clients and be strong team players. Candidates must possess the highest degree of integrity and must project the proper image of BrightFarms.
• Productive. Colleagues and clients should be quick to describe candidates as famous for getting things done.

Working conditions / Environment / Travel / Schedule required

Greenhouse/Outside/Coolers/Office. Machine Operators will have exposure to seasonal conditions which may range from extreme heat and humidity in the summer to cold in the winter. Work near moving mechanical parts including in the vicinity of occasional high noise environments is required.

Climate: You will be working in the Cooler (35F-40F), Greenhouse (75F-85F), and Headhouse (60F-90F) environments for part or all of your shift and will dress accordingly.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employees are expected to sometimes use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing. The liftin