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GreenVenus, LLC is focused on accelerating innovation in agriculture with proprietary products and platforms enabling sustainable food production for a growing population. With next generation Botticelli™ plant propagation, PrimaVera™ precision genetics and speed breeding, and technologies for hybridization of crops, GreenVenus seeks to improve the quality of food for consumers while preserving valuable natural resources.
We are seeking a highly motivated, Plantlet Production Supervisor with plant micropropagation and commercial tissue culture experience to join GreenVenus, LLC. The Plantlet Production Supervisor is responsible for, and has oversight of, laboratory operations, compliance with protocols and staff. The Plantlet Production Supervisor is responsible for running the entire micro-propagation production laboratory, including hands-on production of plantlets using proprietary Botticelli™ micropropagation methods; day-to-day plantlet production activities and interacting with the customer(s) and meeting their demands. Strong communication, supervisory and organization skills are required. Applicants must have had recent commercial plant micro-propagation lab experience in an industrial setting and be familiar with all aspects of plant tissue culture. Applicants are expected to be able to generate micro-propagation schedules to meet the timeline(s). This position has a minimum of two direct reports and an ideal candidate should have the ability to motivate workforce fairly and effectively to achieve time bound production goals.
The position is located at Coalinga, CA and may require some travel to GreenVenus, LLC’s in Davis, California for initial training and periodic updates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise the Botticelli™ Plantlet Production (BPP) staff.
Hands-on activities include safe-guarding and following proprietary protocols; initiation of explants from mother plants; necessary sub-culturing; maintaining contamination free cultures; making media to meet the production demands; hardening of plants, and periodic delivering of required number of events to the grown facility.
Develop production schedules in conjunction with site Project Manager.
Plans, directs, and assigns duties and resources for Botticelli™ plant production, including interfacing with GreenVenus local partner to ensure fidelity in application of technology.
Test existing protocols developed by Research & Development
Ensure laboratory procedures are performed in strict compliance with approved protocols.
Maintain laboratory instruments, coordinates necessary repairs with appropriate service personnel and coordinates preventive maintenance.
Ensure laboratory materials and supplies are kept at acceptable levels.
Responsible for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and works with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish a safe and compliant environment.
Additional duties include trouble shooting on as needed basis.
Other duties as assigned.
Write comprehensive reports and prepare PowerPoint presentations for internal and external colleagues, partners, and customers.
EDUCATION
Minimum BS degree in plant biology
More than 5 years of hands-on commercial plant micro-propagation laboratory experience
Experience with improving plant quality and production efficiency
Ability to work well with others in a fast paced and high-thru-put environment
Tissue culture experience will be a plus.
EH&S experience is desired.
Expertise in Microsoft Office suite of programs including Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.
DESIRED KEY COMPETENCIES
Highly organized with strong personal leadership and self-direction.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with and coordinate demands from multiple customers, both internally and with partners.
Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to effectively manage own projects and priorities.
Strong oral and written communication skills and an ability to communicate complex concepts in a concise, simplified manner.
Ability to handle a fast-paced, multi-tasking, global environment, and prioritize effectively.
Demonstrates the highest ethical standards, trustworthiness and has a high degree of personal responsibility.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Laboratory
Frequent: Speaking; hearing; sitting; use of hands/fingers; handling or feeling objects, tools or controls; close vision; color vision; peripheral vision; ability to adjust focus.
Occasional: Standing; walking indoors; reaching with hands and arms; stooping; kneeling; crouching; lifting and/ or move up to 40lbs.
General: Moderate noise level, similar to typical office environment with computers, printers and light traffic.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen.
Requires fingerprint submission.
Work Authorization: U.S. Work Authorization
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full time
Compensation: Salary based on experience with a competitive benefits package.
Location: Coalinga, CA, USA
Application Instructions: Please send resume (and brief cover letter). Apply via Email to hr@greenvenus.com with “Plantlet Laboratory Supervisor” in the subject line.
