Tissue Culture Lab Laborer

ASR Group; Florida; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Crystals Corporation in Florida is seeking a Laborer to support daily greenhouse operations. This hands-on role involves transplanting, trimming, fertilizing, and maintaining plant health in a busy greenhouse and laboratory environment.

The ideal candidate works well in a team, follows safety SOPs, and is ready to work flexible hours during peak seasons. Physical fitness to stand, lift and move equipment is required, with adherence to safety gear and procedures.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Flexibility to work outdoors and in varying weather.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and stand for long periods.
• Previous greenhouse or labor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fill trays with soil and prepare planting materials.
• Grade plants by size and quality.
• Transplant plants into trays with soil.
• Trim, water, and apply fertilizers to plants.
• Prepare and load plant racks for shipping; maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Perform routine maintenance on greenhouse and nursery equipment.
• Glassware washing and cleaning laboratory areas.
• Assist with culture media preparation and sterilization.
• Collaborate with team to complete tasks efficiently.
• Follow safety protocols and wear protective gear.
• Adhere to SOPs and support additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

Florida Crystals Corporation is a fully integrated cane sugar company. Florida Crystals regeneratively farms sugarcane and rice in South Florida, where it owns two sugar mills, a sugar refinery, a packaging and distribution center, Florida's only rice mill, a compost facility, and one of the largest renewable power plants of its kind in the U.S., which uses sugarcane fiber to generate eco-friendly energy that powers its sugar operations. Florida Crystals owns one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified® farms in the U.S. and its Florida Crystals® products are the only ROC™ sugar grown and milled sugar in the country. Florida Crystals owns ASR Group International, Inc., a holding company that conducts operations through its subsidiaries. The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. Florida Crystals is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Learn more at www.FloridaCrystalsCorp.com .

OVERVIEW

The Laborer plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the greenhouse. This position involves hands-on tasks such as transplanting, trimming, fertilizing, and maintaining plant health, all within a physically active greenhouse and laboratory environment. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Fill trays with soil and prepare planting materials
• Grade plants by size and quality
• Transplant plants into trays with soil
• Trim, water, and apply fertilizers to plants
• Prepare and load plant racks for shippingMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Perform routine maintenance on greenhouse and nursery equipment
• Glassware washing and cleaning laboratory areas.
• Assist with culture media preparation and sterilization
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support additional tasks as needed to meet business goals

Qualifications and Skills

• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Flexibility to work under varying weather conditions and environments.
• Capability to work irregular hours when required (during critical periods of the season)
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily conducted in a greenhouse setting but also includes outdoors tasks that may involve exposure to different weather conditions.
• The role requires the use of safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves and safety vests.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects.
• Use of hands and arms to operate tools and equipment.

LOCATION OF ROLE

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.