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SUMMARY: ProFarm Group (PFG) is a subsidiary of Bioceres Crop Solutions, a global provider of biologically derived fertilizers, inoculants, crop traits, adjuvants, biostimulants and pesticides, serving the ever-expanding agricultural markets. PFG focuses on discovering, developing, and marketing nature-derived biostimulants, as well as pest management products from microbes and plant extracts for the effective control of invertebrate pests, weeds, and plant diseases.

This position is responsible for safely and effectively operating the plant equipment to ensure the products manufactured meet the quality and quantity standards set by the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Operates equipment following SOP’s and Supervision instructions.
2. Completes required documentation as required completely and neatly.
3. Ensures proper RM’s and RM quantities are being used by following and understanding documentation.
4. Adjusts equipment and process settings to ensure that production is performed per SOP and instructions.
5. Inspects and maintains the equipment to ensure safety and proper processing.
6. Inspects the quality of the product and documents the result at specified intervals
   of the production process.
7. Performs routine analytical testing as required to properly control the process.
8. Completes daily shift production logs.
9. Coordinates with lab technicians to ensure product quality.
10.  Monitors and reports deviations from production standards.
11.  Communicates with other on-site personnel when required.
12.  Excellent computer skills; familiarity with operation software.
13.  Experience working with lab testers and plant equipment.
14.  Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. EDUCATION:  High school diploma or equivalency. 
2. LICENSES: Must have a forklift truck certification or be able to obtain the certification within 30 days of hire.
3. EXPERIENCE:  Minimum one-year process and equipment experience in either Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Fermentation or Bio-tech or related experience.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL:

1. Work in cold to hot temperatures; work around dust, fumes, and/or moderate to loud noises (+/- 85 decibels).
2. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
3. Work with heavy machinery in manufacturing environment, including driving a forklift.
4. Able to lift, pull, carry, and pick-up average to heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
5. Able to climb stairs or ladders and deal with heights, sit, bend, stoop and reach for objects, walk on paved and unpaved surfaces, stand for prolonged periods of time; operate a computer and keyboard; visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone; manual dexterity to operate a telephone; lift objects horizontally and vertically; eye-hand coordination to safely and cautiously conduct tasks. 
6. Must be able to pass required testing and be able to wear the required protective equipment (e.g., ear plugs, mask, respirator, etc.) as assigned and provided by the company.
7. Ability to safely and effectively coordinate multiple projects/tasks.
8. Must have the ability to work different shifts and overtime. This includes the possibility of short-term and long-term shift reassignment to match the needs of the business.

MENTAL:

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
2. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in workload priorities and ability to prioritize tasks.
3. Ability to use the required senses to comprehend, follow instructions and initiate work duties as assigned.
4. Ability to work with little or no supervision.

TRAVEL:

1. Ability to travel domestically 0-5% of the time when necessary, by typical modes of transportation (e.g., car/truck).

The individual should appreciate our entrepreneurial, fast-paced, agile, and dynamic work setting. He/she should be enthusiastic and energetic, goal-driven, and highly motivated to complete tasks in a timely, efficient manner. The candidate should also thrive in a strong team environment, be a self-starter. An individual who is positive, interactive, resourceful and creative in problem solving by thinking "out of the box" will be highly valued in this role.

Compensation

PFG offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan with employer match, and a health plan including medical and dental coverage, life insurance coverage, long term disability, and a flexible spending account for dependent care and/or medical expenses. 

The above is a list of essential duties and responsibilities for this position. This list is not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. This job description may be modified as needed. 

PFG is an equal-opportunity employer. A pre-employment background check and drug screening will be required.