Plantible Foods

Operator: DSP, USP or Maintenance

Eldorado, TX

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 18 days ago

Process ImprovementHRSignal ProcessingControlsGMPOSHAHACCPFood Safety

About the role

Operators play a critical role in supporting engineers and operations by keeping our pilot plant, cultivation systems, and facilities running smoothly.
Whether working in processing, greenhouses, or across the site, this role offers firsthand exposure to innovative protein extraction processes in a fast-moving food manufacturing startup.
You'll have the opportunity to make an immediate and lasting impact by supporting daily operations, improving processes, and helping scale a novel, sustainable production system, while growing alongside the company.

Downstream Processing Operator (DSP) Operate downstream processing equipment on a daily basis to support pilot plant and production activities.
Set up, manage, and verify process plumbing lineups, including hoses, hard lines, fittings, and tank connections.
Support preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and repairs of processing equipment as needed.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, and R&D to support process refinement and continuous improvement.
Upstream Processing Operator (USP) Perform hands-on routine and non-routine cultivation operations, including pond cleaning, maintenance, and biomass harvesting.
Collaborate with Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, and R&D teams to support process optimization and scaling efforts.
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment in accordance with GMP, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety standards.
Maintenance Operator Perform routine and non-routine maintenance across the site, including greenhouses, ponds, processing areas, and outdoor facilities.
Troubleshoot equipment and facility issues to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
Support installation, setup, and modification of equipment, systems, and site improvements as needed.

Some prior experience in 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.

Monitor greenhouse environmental conditions and Lemna plant health to ensure consistent, high-quality biomass production.

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.
https://www.plantiblefoods.com/

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