Production Associate
Better Origin | Cambridge | Full-time | apply.workable.com |
About Better Origin
Our food chain is broken - the system that can barely feed 7 billion people will not feed 10 billion we’re expected to reach by 2050. And while it's hard to imagine that things could be different, they have to be.
At Better Origin, our mission is to fix the broken food chain. We are inspired by nature and how it deals with waste, with nutrients always flowing in a circular system.
Our technology uses insects - nature's best up cyclers - to transform food waste into a range of innovative products, from animal feed to pet food. With the help of AI and robotics we support localising food chains, reducing waste and emissions, making circular economy possible.
Why join us?
We’re backed by world-class investors at Balderton Capital, Fly Ventures and Metavallon VC. We're working with supermarkets and food producers to roll out our technology in the UK and the EU. In 2021, we signed a contract with Morrisons to convert their fruit and veg waste and create a carbon neutral egg line.
Following our $16m Series A round raised to support technology and team scaleup, we are looking to hire the best people that make Better Origin a great place to work.
We are very proud of our values and want to attract those who feel motivated by them as much as we are. Some of our key values include:
1. Customer obsession
2. No waste
3. Challenge makes us grow
4. Accountability drives excellence
5. Respect each other
6. Keep it simple, keep it done
Requirements
Your Role
As a Production Associate you will play a key role in the hands-on operations and running of our central insect farm. You will be joining a small team of highly passionate and enthusiastic operators, who will support in your training and development as a specialist within the team.
Collectively you will be ensuring our production site continuously runs to a high standard, as well as supporting expansion projects as we continue to scale up.
Role specifics:
• Being hands-on within our production site and Insect Farm, managing and maintaining our insect colonies
• Preparing and feeding of Fly and Larvae colonies
• Counting, sorting and packing larvae for distribution
• Working alongside Biology and Operations teams to ensure the site runs to its maximum potential with high levels of hygiene
• Documenting processes and identifying areas for continuous improvement
• Monitoring systems to ensure running optimally
• Being involved in a fast growing sustainability business looking to help solve climate change and eliminate food waste!
What we're looking for:
• Comfortable working 12hr days (4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern)
• Able to access our site in Cambridgeshire, CB21 5DA
• Be of sound physical health, capable of lifting 20kg trays
• Hard-working, proactive individuals who want to drive change and make a positive impact
• Not put-off by getting your hands dirty, or working in an environment with bad odours
• Prior experience working in Farming / Agriculture / Food production (desirable)
• Academics within a relevant Agricultural or Scientific discipline (desirable)
Benefits
• Starting salary £25,000 - £28,000 pa DOE
• Additional pay for Public Holidays and extra shift cover, x1.5
• 20 days holiday + birthday leave
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Cycle to Work + Electric Car schemes
• Learning and Development budget
• Monthly company social days + annual company events
• Fully stocked staff kitchen
• Company laptop
You can find more information about us at www.betterorigin.co.uk
Better Origin embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Our food chain is broken - the system that can barely feed 7 billion people will not feed 10 billion we’re expected to reach by 2050. And while it's hard to imagine that things could be different, they have to be.
At Better Origin, our mission is to fix the broken food chain. We are inspired by nature and how it deals with waste, with nutrients always flowing in a circular system.
Our technology uses insects - nature's best up cyclers - to transform food waste into a range of innovative products, from animal feed to pet food. With the help of AI and robotics we support localising food chains, reducing waste and emissions, making circular economy possible.
Why join us?
We’re backed by world-class investors at Balderton Capital, Fly Ventures and Metavallon VC. We're working with supermarkets and food producers to roll out our technology in the UK and the EU. In 2021, we signed a contract with Morrisons to convert their fruit and veg waste and create a carbon neutral egg line.
Following our $16m Series A round raised to support technology and team scaleup, we are looking to hire the best people that make Better Origin a great place to work.
We are very proud of our values and want to attract those who feel motivated by them as much as we are. Some of our key values include:
1. Customer obsession
2. No waste
3. Challenge makes us grow
4. Accountability drives excellence
5. Respect each other
6. Keep it simple, keep it done
Requirements
Your Role
As a Production Associate you will play a key role in the hands-on operations and running of our central insect farm. You will be joining a small team of highly passionate and enthusiastic operators, who will support in your training and development as a specialist within the team.
Collectively you will be ensuring our production site continuously runs to a high standard, as well as supporting expansion projects as we continue to scale up.
Role specifics:
• Being hands-on within our production site and Insect Farm, managing and maintaining our insect colonies
• Preparing and feeding of Fly and Larvae colonies
• Counting, sorting and packing larvae for distribution
• Working alongside Biology and Operations teams to ensure the site runs to its maximum potential with high levels of hygiene
• Documenting processes and identifying areas for continuous improvement
• Monitoring systems to ensure running optimally
• Being involved in a fast growing sustainability business looking to help solve climate change and eliminate food waste!
What we're looking for:
• Comfortable working 12hr days (4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern)
• Able to access our site in Cambridgeshire, CB21 5DA
• Be of sound physical health, capable of lifting 20kg trays
• Hard-working, proactive individuals who want to drive change and make a positive impact
• Not put-off by getting your hands dirty, or working in an environment with bad odours
• Prior experience working in Farming / Agriculture / Food production (desirable)
• Academics within a relevant Agricultural or Scientific discipline (desirable)
Benefits
• Starting salary £25,000 - £28,000 pa DOE
• Additional pay for Public Holidays and extra shift cover, x1.5
• 20 days holiday + birthday leave
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Cycle to Work + Electric Car schemes
• Learning and Development budget
• Monthly company social days + annual company events
• Fully stocked staff kitchen
• Company laptop
You can find more information about us at www.betterorigin.co.uk
Better Origin embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
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