USP Operator - Temporary

Plantible Foods; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Days

Career development

Growth opportunities

Flexible environment

Team building

Outdoor land

Job summary

Plantible Foods seeks a hands-on USP Operator for our outdoor greenhouse in San Marcos, CA. You will perform biomass harvesting, nutrient work, and data collection to support protein extraction, ensuring high quality biomass flow.

This temporary role lasts ~3 months with potential extension. You will adhere to GMP/HACCP/OSHA, maintain safe operations, and collaborate with the pilot plant team on harvesting and processing.

Qualifications

• Some prior experience in greenhouses, 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 ability to complete within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to stand 8+ hours a day and lift over 50 lbs.
• Flexible hours including early morning/evening/night shifts as needed.
• Experience in chemical processing and automated control systems is a plus.
• Experience in hydroponics/aquaponics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and non-routine cultivation operations related to biomass harvesting and nutrient management.
• Monitor greenhouse environmental conditions and plant health.
• Follow SOPs and complete data collection and entry.
• Collaborate with pilot plant team for harvesting and maceration of biomass.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Work in hot, humid environments for extended periods.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs of equipment as needed.
• Adhere to GMP/HACCP/OSHA/Food Safety Standards.
• Adjust and maintain chemical, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical control systems.

Skills

Prior greenhouse experience

Safe work practices

Mechanical manufacturing experience

Basic math

Unit conversions

Forklift certification

Stand for 8+ hours

Flexible hours

Hydroponics/aquaponics knowledge

Desire to contribute

Tools

GMP/HACCP/OSHA knowledge

Job description

We are a Biology Company

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/

How you will contribute:

The USP Operator will be working outdoors in a greenhouse environment and is responsible for routine greenhouse and cultivation operations, including knowledge of hydroponics/aquaponics, harvesting, and data collection. This individual will have the opportunity to make an immediate and sustainable impact in the development of the company by ensuring that cultivation operations run smoothly and result in a consistent stream of high quality biomass for protein extraction.

This is a temporary position expected to last approximately 3 months, with a possibility of extension.

What you will be working on:

• Hands-on role to carry out routine and non-routine cultivation operations related to biomass harvesting, nutrient replenishment and application, pond cleanliness.
• Monitor greenhouse environmental conditions and Lemna plant health.
• Follow standardized operation procedures and complete data collection and entry.
• Collaborate with the pilot plant team for harvesting and maceration of plant biomass for processing.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Work in hot humid environments for extended periods of time.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs of equipment, as needed.
• Adhere to GMP/HACCP/OSHA/Food Safety Standards.
• Adjust and maintain chemical, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical control systems.

What you bring to Plantible:

• Some prior experience in greenhouses, 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!

Choose Plantible Foods

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.

At Plantible we are continually working on our offerings to foster the best team. Check it out!

Benefits

• Sick Days
• 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 an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Plantible Foods reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

If you feel your skill set does not meet all listed qualifications for the role, we still encourage you to apply. As we continue to grow our company, we are seeking a range of candidates and would gladly consider you for other current or upcoming roles that may be a fit!