Machine Operator

Local Bounti • Mount Pleasant, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Local Bounti is a leading controlled environment agriculture (CEA) company. Our mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the freshest, locally grown produce in the fewest food miles possible. Our mission is rooted in sustainability and in turn human welfare. By growing local we help eliminate food waste and provide fresh, high-quality produce. Our sustainable greenhouse technology delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our crops, resulting in 90% less water consumption and 95% less land use than conventional agriculture, no need for herbicides or pesticides , and the lowest carbon footprint in the industry . We are committed to the growth and cultivation of our employee’s well-being , so that our employees feel that they are in a career environment that enables them to thrive personally and professionally. We provide an educational and safe work environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within the company. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to employees working over 30 hours a week.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months related experience or training, or equivalent of education and experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong knowledge of machinery and tools.
• Must frequently lift and/or move 10 to 25 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and exhibit Local Bounti's core values.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of multiple machines and tools, including their safe operation, uses, and maintenance in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic knowledge of the English language, including being able to read, speak, write, and to train others on operations, to include understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Analytical skills and the ability to use logic and reasoning to trouble shoot, identify solutions, conclusions, or approaches to a problem.
• Communicate with team members, and support teams to ensure continuous, safe production of the product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Indoor Agriculture Environment
• A culture focused on Work/Life Balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision and very competitive contribution rates
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Generous Vacation Time and 5 Sick days each year
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Immediate access to participate in the 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Basic and Voluntary Life / AD&D
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• Voluntary STD/LTD
• Aflac
• Caregiver Support
• Training and Development
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits (includes part-time and seasonal staff)
• MarketPlace Perks at Work
• Free Employee Assistance Program services that focus on health physically, emotionally, socially, and financially.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED