Plant Inspector jobs in Wilson, NC

Plant Inspector inspects finished products for conformance to specifications using fixed or preset measuring instruments. Checks for irregularities and ensures that final products conform with established tolerance levels for quality and performance. Being a Plant Inspector documents all instances of non-conformance and rejected products in production reports. Prepares required inspection certifications. Additionally, Plant Inspector requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Plant Inspector works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Research Technician
  • Plant Path
  • Sanford, NC FULL_TIME
  • Business Context

    Plant Path is a new commercial agricultural company with breeding, agronomy, and field trials located in North Carolina. The company improves food crops to satisfy the needs of growers, processors, and consumers. Plant Path is a science and technology company built around stevia breeding and genetics through a history with the crop that dates to 2014. The company is now seeking to grow its technical team in Sanford, NC with outstanding individuals that will assist with flawless execution of greenhouse and field-based breeding and agronomic research activities.

    Plant Path’s goal is to improve the lives of billions of people each year through its products, while making a significant contribution to improve the environment and save our planet. By bringing the best crop improvement science and technology forward, improved stevia will bring value in the new regions where it is grown and in the health benefits brought to the populace due to reduced sugar consumption. As an employer, Plant Path operates with the highest standards of ethics. If you come to work for us, you will be respected and valued for your individual skills and contributions and have a voice in the ultimate success of the company.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Work weekdays, 40 hours per week with a team of R&D scientists and other technicians. Overtime during periods of peak activity is required. Infrequent weekend and holiday work may be required.
    • Plant, grow, monitor, pollinate, harvest, and collect data in field and greenhouse experiments.
    • Assist with field and greenhouse maintenance, including but not limited to scouting, pest management, irrigation, environmental control, propagation, and inventory.
    • Report phenotypic data collected to the breeding database, ensuring that the data meets the quality standards expected and is loaded in a timely fashion.
    • Utilize barcoding and inventory software to track and store seed and plant samples.
    • Maintain a supply inventory and request supply purchases as needed for research operations.
    • Monitor, troubleshoot, and promptly report challenges with breeding operations while proactively identifying potential solutions.
    • Continuously propose options for improving efficiency and quality of breeding operations, including efficiencies in processes, techniques, and flow.
    • Comply with local health, safety, and environment requirements, including but not limited to prevention, incident reporting, and remedial actions.
    • Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for research operations.
    • Adapt to changes in workflows to maintain overall productivity.

    Qualifications and Skills

    • Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science-related field, or equivalent work experience in a relevant field
    • Applied research or agricultural experience is preferred.
    • Demonstrated experience in collecting data from plants and curating datasets for consistency and quality is preferred.
    • Working knowledge of field production and/or greenhouse systems
    • Attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate records
    • Computer skills required; experience with tablets, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office is preferred.
    • High level of integrity and work ethics
    • Ability to complete solo tasks as well as collaborating with colleagues in a team environment
    • Maintain a positive attitude, and drive for results in every situation.
    • Ability to work effectively in a constantly changing and fast-paced environment
    • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

    Compensation

    • $18-22 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
    • Paid holidays and vacation.
    • Healthcare and other benefits are available immediately upon reporting to work the first day.

    Additional Information and Requirements

    • Position is based in Sanford, NC.
    • Must be able to perform physical work in all weather conditions.
    • Must be comfortable working in NC heat during the summer months
    • Must be comfortable with being on your feet for long periods of time
    • Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
    • Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not required

    Applications

    If interested, contact marissa@plantpathco.com. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. References may be required later in the hiring process. Plant Path reserves the right to require a background check, physical exam, and drug screen of post-offer candidates prior to confirming employment.

    Plant Path is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, and veteran or disability status.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed

    Ability to Commute:

    • Sanford, NC 27330 (Required)

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Sanford, NC 27330: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 1 Month Ago

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Nursery Manager
  • Plant Delights Nursery, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • Seeking Nursery Manager candidate for an immediate full-time position. Reporting directly to the business owner, the ideal candidate will be a natural leader and detail-oriented problem solver, who ha...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Curator of the Seed Collection
  • Plant Delights Nursery, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • Plant Delights Nursery/Juniper Level Botanic Garden has one of the most diverse collections of unusual and rare plants in the world. As a private 28-acre botanic garden and plant research facility, we...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Juice/ Smoothie makers.
  • Plant Slant Juice
  • Garner, NC PART_TIME
  • prefer food service experience. Morning/ mid /evening shifts desirable. 2-3 days/ week, subject to change. will perform daily job duties. making smoothies, bowls, juicing, preparing food items. preppi...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sales Generation and Customer Service Supervisor
  • Plant Delights Nursery, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • Seeking sales generation and customer service supervisor for a permanent benefitted full-time position. We are Plant Delights Nursery/Juniper Level Botanic Garden, a perennial plant nursery establishe...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Inspector
  • Metro Public Adjustment
  • Morrisville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Benefit from our 30 years of experience in business : We will train the right peoplePart time $35,000 or full time $150,000 Looking to fill Management position that are availableCommission BasedDuties...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Environmental Health, Safety and Security Manager
  • The Judge Group
  • Battleboro, NC
  • This position can be located in either Rocky Mount, NC or Calabasas, CA Position overview:You may know us for our delici...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Food Safety/Quality Assurance Technologist
  • The Judge Group
  • Wilson, NC
  • A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We're an $18 billion U.S. food company with nearly 60,000...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Associate
  • ResourceMFG
  • Wilson, NC
  • summary Now hiring Manufacturing Production Associates Entry Level We pay to Train! Great Company in the Arnold, Mo area...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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USA - Country Quality Specialist
  • Saviance Technologies
  • Wilson, NC
  • The Principal QA Specialist role is a temporary role within the US Commercial Quality organization. The purpose of this ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CEI Roadway Inspector
  • S&ME
  • Wilson, NC
  • CEI Roadway Inspector Requisition Number: 2024-1050-05 We are currently seeking full-time CEI Roadway Inspectors to join...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CWI- Quality Inspector
  • Mullins Mechanical & Welding
  • Wilson, NC
  • About You Are you knowledgeable about quality and safety regulations in construction environments? Do you engage and adv...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Entry Level - Packers & Assemblers Needed!
  • ResourceMFG
  • Wilson, NC
  • summary Entry-Level Opportunities Available in Clinton, TN! Packers & Assemblers Needed Now Pay Range = $15-17.25 1st an...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SMT Operator
  • ResourceMFG
  • Wilson, NC
  • summary Now Hiring experienced SMT Machine Operator! 1st Shift Pay depends on experience and client looking to be compet...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wilson is a city in and the county seat of Wilson County, North Carolina, United States. Located approximately 40 mi (64 km) east of the capital city of Raleigh, it is served by the interchange of Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 264. Wilson had an estimated population of 49,610 in 2012, according to the Census Bureau. In the early 21st century, Wilson was ranked as 18th in size among North Carolina’s 500-plus municipalities. From 1990 to 2010, the city population increased by more than 40 percent, primarily due to construction of new subdivisions that attracted many new residents. This has been ...
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Income Estimation for Plant Inspector jobs
$36,587 to $46,118
Wilson, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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