Cyanotech Corporation is a world leader in microalgae technology, producing BioAstin® and Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica® and an essential business.
Cyanotech offers the following benefit package:
Free Employer Paid Medical for Employee including: Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision, Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic
Free Employer Paid HDS Delta Dental for Employee
3 weeks of PTO begins to accrue upon hire
Short and Long Term Disability coverage
401k
Profit Sharing
Restricted Stock Unit Program
Life and AD&D Insurance
PPE reimbursements
Tuition Reimbursements
Employee Assistance Program
Product Discounts
Benefits aren't all we have to offer either. Cyanotech has a great team. Metrics have found that over 90% of employees say the staff is one of the biggest reasons they love working here. They enjoy the true ‘ohana feeling they get from the relationships built with their coworkers. Next, is the fact they can stand behind the product they work so hard to make.
The role is highly trainable and do NOT require a GED or driver’s license.
Pond Field Tech
Description Summary:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Responsible for maintaining basic aspects of algae pond
operation including, but not limited to pond growth, harvest, transfers, feeding and cleanliness as an
essential part of the farm and field functions. Employees in this position will work a designated schedule
including weekends and holidays when needed.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Sweeps and harvests ponds with tractor.
Calibrates pH and temperature meters.
Verifies harvest and transfer setups.
Pressure washes ponds as needed.
Maintains harvest and transfer hoses in a safe and workable manner.
Knowledgeable in setup of high-pressure system for harvests and ponds as needed.
Collects daily pond samples accurately.
Cleans sample bottles and puts away as needed.
Records pH and temperature data for each pond daily.
Maintains nutrient vials in an orderly manner.
Proper use of pH meters, temperature meters and spectrometer in field and laboratory.
Maintains 4.0 pH buffer at ponds for probe storage.
Feeds and treats ponds as needed with nutrients.
Makes and stages nutrients.
Sets up pond transfers and pond harvests.
Maintains harvest filters, disposal of filter waste.
Maintains and uses FLOC tank properly.
Maintains tractors with full tanks of diesel fuel.
Daily pond cleaning and sanitation procedures.
Ensures trash from the algae farming process area is disposed of properly.
Other Duties:
Follows GMP requirements as they relate to the position.
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Communicates fully with other processors and other departments to ensure the system is running
properly.
Performs other duties that may be assigned.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to work outdoors in the sun, with extensive walking on uneven ground,
climbing platform ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs. This is a physically demanding position.
Working Conditions:
The majority of the work is performed outside, in a sunny, hot climate. Protection from sun exposure
may be required. The daily duties may also include working in wet, slippery areas such as in ponds and
around tractors.
Minimum Qualifications:
Previous experience in a production facility, algal production, aquaculture or farming is preferred.
Able to operate Forklift, Sky Trak, and tractors preferred.
Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in a fast-paced farming/production environment.
Possess mechanical abilities with good attention to detail.
Organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes in work assignments.
Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
If you're ready for a stable job at a well-known local company, respond to this ad immediately with your resume.
Cyanotech Corporation is an EOE Minorities/Women/Disability/Veterans
Post-offer background check and drug screen are performed. Must be 17 years or older.
All candidates should provide a resume and mention the position applying for. Cyanotech does not currently have a visa program.