Machine Operator 1st shift
About The Position
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 4,500 retail stores across the East Coast and Midwest.
Requirements
- 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
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree in a technical field or certification
- Food or agriculture industry experience
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
