Biochar Reactor Operator

Are you mechanically sharp steady under pressure and motivated by work thatmatters

Do you take pride in keepingsystems running spotting problems before they grow and holding yourself to a highstandardevery shift Are you ready to get in early learn a system from the ground up and grow with a company that is building something real

Robinson Carbon is commissioning its first biochar reactorin New AlbanyIndianaand is hiring operators who want to be part of bringing it onlinefrom day one.

The Opportunity

Robinson Carbon is the industrial biochar platform of Robinson Lumber Company a fifth-generation family businessoperatingsince onover a century of operational discipline Robinson Carbon brings secured wood residualsand existingindustrial infrastructureto one of the fastest-growing segments in carbon removal. Biochar production converts sawmill residues into a stable high-carbon material that stores carbon for centuries while creating valuable inputs for agriculture filtration and building material markets.

As we bring theequipmentonline we are hiring up to three Reactor Operators to sustain Monday through Friday operations across day and night shifts. Operators who join now will work alongside the commissioning team gaining hands-on knowledge ofthesystem as it comes to life. That early experience sets these individuals apart: they understand why the system isdesignedthe way it is how it behaves under varying conditions and how to solve problems before they become downtime. As Robinson Carbon grows those operators arethe first in line for senior roles and opportunities at future facilities.

This is a ground-floor role with real growth attached to it.

Why This Role Matters

• The Reactor Operator is the foundation of production on site. Each shiftyou workdirectly influences:
• Reliability of carbon removal output and delivery to buyers
• Quality and consistency of biochar product across every batch
• Safety and integrity of the facility and its people
• Accuracy of the operational data used for carbon accounting and credit verification

This role connects day-to-day operations directly to Robinson Carbons ability to deliver on its commitments and grow.

WhatYoullBe Responsible For

Reactor Operation

• Operate the pyrolysis reactor using the Human Machine Interface (HMI) monitoring and adjusting temperatures feedstock feed rates and biochar output tomaintaincontinuous production within defined process parameters
• Manage feedstock buffer bins to ensure uninterrupted reactor feed; coordinate movement and storage of finished biochar using forklifts and loaders
• Maintainaccurateoperational logs and clear shift handoff documentation; communicate effectively with the incoming shift and operations leadership

Quality Control and Testing

• Collect feedstock and biochar samples at defined intervals; perform basic lab preparation.
• Record all data accurately to support carbon accounting and credit verification under applicable registry standards
• Manage off-spec batches per established protocols; direct material toalternative disposition as directed

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks including lubrication of chains and bearings filter cleaning and routine equipment inspections
• Diagnose and resolve light to moderate mechanical issues including feedstock jams conveyor faults and filter blockages
• Escalate equipment issues requiring outsideexpertisepromptly and with clear documentation

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols and wearrequired PPE at all times; contribute actively to a zero-incident culture on site
• Identifyand report potential hazards promptly;participatein safety reviews and incident reporting
• Operate forklifts and bucket loaders safelyin accordance withcertification requirements and site rules

The Kind of Operator Who Succeeds Here

This role is best suited for someone who is:

• Mechanically confident and comfortable working with digital control systems
• Steady and consistent someone whose team can count on them every shift
• Detail-oriented in recordkeeping and disciplined in following procedures
• Proactive aboutidentifyingissues and clear when communicating them
• Motivated by working on somethingand buildingexpertisethat grows with the company

Qualifications and Experience

• Availability towork dayornightshifts Monday through Friday as assigned by the production schedule
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort operatingdigital control interfaces;previousexperience with high-temperature industrial equipment such as boilers industrial dryers or kilns is preferred
• Proficiencyor willingness to become certified in forklift and loader operation
• Ability to work reliably in an industrial environment that includes heat dust and physical demands includinglifting upto 50lbsand climbing ladders
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications or vocational training in industrial operations HVAC or a related field are a plus

Why Robinson Carbon

• Comprehensive training onpyrolysis technology HMI systems safety protocols and carbon accounting procedures
• Commissioning participation: operators hired now will be part of bringing theequipment commissioning gaining system-level knowledge that sets them apart as our operations grow
• A stable Monday through Friday schedule with defined shift structure as production reaches steady state
• Real career growth potential as Robinson Carbon expands; operators who come in at startup are naturally positioned for senior roles at future facilities
• The backing of a 130-year-old family business with the operational depth and stability of an established lumber and wood products company

At the heart of Robinson Lumber Companys growth and success is our longstanding commitment to core values the personality traits that we value most in our colleagues.

• Passionfor what we do
• Generosityto help others
• Honestyin everything
• Courageto speak your mind
• Independenceto take smart risks
• Excellencein our pursuits
• Curiosityfor new things

If you are ready to take ownership of a hands-on role at a company building something that matters we want to hear from you.

To apply contact Robinson Carbon atwith your resume and a brief note about your background.