Tissue Culture Lab Laborer

Florida Crystals Corporation is a fully integrated cane sugar company. Florida Crystals regeneratively farms sugarcane and rice in South Florida, where it owns two sugar mills, a sugar refinery, a packaging and distribution center, Florida's only rice mill, a compost facility, and one of the largest renewable power plants of its kind in the U.S., which uses sugarcane fiber to generate eco-friendly energy that powers its sugar operations. Florida Crystals owns one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified® farms in the U.S. and its Florida Crystals® products are the only ROC™ sugar grown and milled sugar in the country. Florida Crystals is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.

About the role

The Laborer plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the greenhouse. This position involves hands-on tasks such as transplanting, trimming, fertilizing, and maintaining plant health, all within a physically active greenhouse and laboratory environment. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Fill trays with soil and prepare planting materials
• Grade plants by size and quality
• Transplant plants into trays with soil
• Trim, water, and apply fertilizers to plants
• Prepare and load plant racks for shipping
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Perform routine maintenance on greenhouse and nursery equipment
• Glassware washing and cleaning laboratory areas
• Assist with culture media preparation and sterilization
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support additional tasks as needed to meet business goals

Requirements

• Attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Flexibility to work under varying weather conditions and environments
• Capability to work irregular hours when required (during critical periods of the season)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred

Working Conditions

Work is primarily conducted in a greenhouse setting but also includes outdoors tasks that may involve exposure to different weather conditions. The role requires the use of safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and safety vests.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects
• Use of hands and arms to operate tools and equipment

Location: Sugar Farms