Construction Team Lead

About the role

Plantible Foods is a vertically integrated biology company backed by Astanor Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, Piva Capital, Kellogg’s, and Vectr Ventures. The company unlocks the power of plants to create sustainable, regenerative solutions for the food industry. As a member of the Upstream Processing (USP) team, you will support core production activities that ensure safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations while fostering a respectful, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate time reporting by clocking in/out consistently.
• Follow all GMP, PPE, SOPs, and safety protocols.
• Complete all required training and remain available for multiple shifts.
• Read, understand, and execute SOPs and Batch Records (BRs).
• Correctly fill out batch records and document deviations when they occur.
• Achieve independent proficiency in one unit operation within one USP focus area within 60 days.
• Identify equipment within trained areas and explain equipment function, infrastructure, and process flow.
• Report errors or improvement opportunities and elevate issues immediately to the USP Supervisor.
• Work efficiently by staying task‑oriented and making incremental process improvements.
• Promote a respectful and professional work environment aligned with company values.
• Collaborate with facility, maintenance, and construction teams when appropriate.
• Participate in both standard and non‑standard tasks assigned by the USP Supervisor.
• Become cross‑trained across all USP focus areas.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety, compliance, and GMP standards.
• Ability to learn quickly and execute procedures with accuracy.
• Experience in manufacturing, food production, biotech, roustabout work, or construction, providing hands‑on operational and mechanical awareness.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to guide peers and support team alignment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and document deviations.
• Clear, professional communication skills and ability to explain processes and equipment functions.
• A collaborative, respectful, and team‑focused work style aligned with Plantible’s values.
• A continuous improvement mindset with strong task‑orientation.
• Reliability, accountability, and ownership of daily responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work multiple shifts and overtime as needed.
• Willingness to become cross‑trained across USP focus areas.

Benefits

• Competitive health and wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off & sick days
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) program
• Career stipend
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Work in a rapidly growing, flexible, and entrepreneurial environment
• Team‑building and company‑wide events
• Access to beautiful land for outdoor activities