Nutrient Technician - Night Shift (6 P.M. - 6 A.M.)

AeroFarms•Danville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrient Prep Technician (NT) will be passionate about horticulture science and plants and will share AeroFarms' values around high quality. The ideal candidate is an energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individual with high standards and good judgment. AeroFarms values individuals who can lead by example and maintain focus in a team-centered environment. Under the direction of the Horticulture Team Leader (HTL), the Nutrient Prep Technician will prepare bulk nutrient mixes, monitor concentrate levels, aid with minor tower maintenance and equipment calibration, and monitor nutrient inventory. The NT is expected to comply with safety and quality rules, finish tasks promptly, adhere to communicated priorities, collaborate to create and maintain a positive work environment, and effectively scout, report, and fix issues on the towers. The Nutrient Prep Technician should be able to operate with minimal supervision and is encouraged to ask questions, be truthful, and express feelings. The company emphasizes personal attributes such as Collaboration, Communication, Agility, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment, highlighting their mission-driven approach, continuous innovation, and commitment to employee growth and development. Employees may also be required to fill absences in the operation process that are equal to or lower than their positional hierarchy.

Requirements

School Diploma or equivalent
Positive, respectful attitude
Must be detail-oriented and organized
Reliable attendance
Strong communication skills
Basic math skills
Proficient in spoken and written English
Able to operate and calibrate scales, calipers, EC/pH meter, HMI, and tablet (training provided)
Able to stand and walk for long periods
Able to lift/carry items up to 55 pounds
Able to drive scissor lift and access plants 35 feet in the air after training

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with plants desired
Experience with food safety and HACCP protocols desired
Basic computer proficiency preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare bulk nutrient mixes
Monitor concentrate levels
Aid with minor tower maintenance and equipment calibration
Monitor nutrient inventory
Comply with Safety rules
Comply with Quality rules
Collaborate and help to create and keep a positive work environment
Maintain horticulture equipment
Record, track, and calibrate equipment related to pH and EC
Clean filters promptly
Weigh and mix fertilizers
Make sure that nutrient tanks are monitored daily and levels are sufficient for production
Monitor inventory of horticulture supplies
Identify and call out issues related to plant growth
Read and use grow room software as needed to verify plant condition and equipment calibration
Calibrate sensors
Collect nutrient solution and plant tissue samples for analysis as needed
Handle acids and acid management with the team
Correct EC, pH when out of range
Fill absences in the operation process that are equal to or lower than their positional hierarchy