Machine Operator 1st shift

• 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

• Associates Degree in a technical field or certification
• Food or agriculture industry experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

• Authentically Green. Candidates must sincerely care about leading the movement to improve the environmental impact of the food supply chain. Candidates must be passionate about creating a healthier planet, environment, and food supply. The background and experience of candidates should reflect a true passion for improving the way we feed Americans.
• Drive to Succeed. Candidates must have hunger and ambition and must get out of bed and want to strongly perform every day, internally motivated. Candidates must demand excellence and strive to achieve greatness. Candidates should have a high clock speed and imbue energy in those around them.
• Humility & Integrity. Candidates must have personal humility and must want the organization to succeed (not focusing solely on personal success). Candidates must care about people and clients and be strong team players. Candidates must possess the highest degree of integrity and must project the proper image of BrightFarms.
• Productive. Colleagues and clients should be quick to describe candidates as famous for getting things done.

Working conditions / Environment / Travel / Schedule required

Greenhouse/Outside/Coolers/Office.

Machine Operators will have exposure to seasonal conditions which may range from extreme heat and humidity in the summer to cold in the winter.

Work near moving mechanical parts including in the vicinity of occasional high noise environments is required.

Climate: You will be working in the Cooler (35F-40F), Greenhouse (75F-85F), and Headhouse (60F-90F) environments for part or all of your shift and will dress accordingly.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employees are expected to sometimes use hands to finger, handle or feel.

Frequently standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing.

The lifting requirements to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

The employee should have clear correctable vision at close and distance range, as well as peripheral vision to notice safety hazards.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein.

I understand that this is to be used as a guide and that I will be responsible for performing other duties as assigned.

I understand that I am responsible for the satisfactory execution of the essential functions described therein, under any and all conditions as described.

I further understand that this job description does not constitute an employment contract with BrightFarms.

BrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.