Extraction Operator (Swing & Grave Shift

Description Summary
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Responsible for operating supercritical CO2 extraction equipment used to remove high-value lipids from Haematococcus. Ensures safe and sustainable production of extraction products. $20/hr

Supervisory Responsibilities
This is not a supervisory position.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Safely completes plant cleaning, basket loading and unloading, packing, and other tasks as required to prevent operating delays.
• Constantly monitors operations in close coordination with other operators, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities to avoid recurrence.
• Maintains the extraction areas in a clean condition during operation. Consistently maintains all extraction areas according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.
• Adheres to SOP’s, Manufacturing instructions and other relevant documentation. Where documentation is deficient, suggests improvements to the Extraction Supervisor.
• Maintains extensive, detailed logs and records accurately.
• Maintains Quality Assurance (QA) records, including careful labeling, handling, and checking of samples. Understands and interprets QA results and takes appropriate action when required.
• Communicates directly with other operators, Extraction Supervisor, and maintenance as soon as possible regarding maintenance and repair work.
• Performs operator preventive maintenance activities as required according to SOPs.
• Assists with diagnosing and trouble‑shooting maintenance‑related issues.
• Blends oil to specific titer and package.
• Operates Spirulina and Astaxanthin processing equipment.

Other Duties

• Follows GMP requirements as they relate to the position.
• Actively participates as a team member in training programs.
• Works in a safe manner at all times.
• Communicates fully with other extractors and other departments to ensure the system is running properly.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned.

Physical Demands
Must be able to regularly lift and move 55-pound bags and buckets, climb ladders, work at heights, and handle high pressure hoses. This is a physically demanding position. Must be able to drive a forklift.

Working Conditions
A majority of the work is performed inside the extraction building. When outside, protection from sun exposure may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of work experience required. Previous experience in a production facility is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License, in order to be certified on a forklift and other equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Possess mechanical abilities with good attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to multi‑task and adapt to changes in work assignments. Must be able to work variable shifts, including weekends.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have strong basic math skills.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Management reserves the right to change this job with or without notice.