<div>The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy—all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it’s designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers. Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You’ll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions. Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CarbonRoboticsLaserWeeding">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://x.com/carbon_robotics">X</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carbon_robotics/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbonrobotics/">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://carbonrobotics.com/news">News</a></div>Production Manager based in the US to support and scale our manufacturing operations in alignment with our global production strategy. This role will report directly to the Manufacturing Manager in Richland and will be instrumental in bridging strategic vision with daily execution.As the Production Manager at Carbon Robotics, you will lead the production team at our Richland facility, driving performance, efficiency, and operational excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on scaling our manufacturing capability to meet demand while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability. You’ll collaborate primarily with our manufacturing, engineering, and logistics organizations to deliver on critical objectives. We are seeking a hands-on, process-driven The ideal candidate can drive productivity, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure that safety, quality, and delivery standards are met across the board. You’ll do whatever it takes - including travel and long hours - to ensure we are exceeding our customers’ expectations.<h3>What You’ll Do:</h3><ul><li>Manage manufacturing operations at our Richland facility, including coordination with the manufacturing manager in production planning, staffing, scheduling, safety, and output.</li><li>Join a team of production and technical staff—developing talent, setting expectations, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, throughput, and cost using lean manufacturing principles and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Partner with the manufacturing, engineering, and program teams to ensure seamless transfer of new designs and processes into production.</li><li>Collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams to optimize material flow, vendor coordination, and just-in-time delivery.</li><li>Implement and sustain robust quality systems, compliance standards, and best practices across the factory floor.</li><li>Lead problem-solving and root-cause analysis efforts to resolve production issues quickly and effectively.</li><li>Support new product introductions, pilot builds, and prototype integration into the production line.</li></ul><h3>You Might Be a Fit If You:</h3><ul><li>See manufacturing as a craft and love refining the process.</li><li>Excel in a matrixed org and enjoy connecting regional execution and global vision.</li><li>Thrive in high-growth environments and know how to keep cool under pressure.</li></ul><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Operational Leadership: Oversee your team’s manufacturing operations across Richland production sites, ensuring KPIs are consistently met or exceeded.</li><li>Team Management: Lead, develop, and mentor a growing team of manufacturing technicians, supervisors, and engineers.</li><li>Process Standardization: Implement and enforce best practices and standardized work instructions aligned with global manufacturing procedures.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Reporting: Work with other production managers to flag issues, communicate effectively and align on goals.</li><li>Quality &amp; Compliance: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality control and regulatory compliance (CE, ISO, etc.).</li><li>Scaling &amp; Expansion: Support establishing new production lines or facilities as needed, ensuring efficient commissioning, staffing, and ramp-up.</li><li>Cross-functional Coordination: Partner with supply chain, engineering, and product teams to support design for manufacturability and introduction of new products.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience). Huge plus</li><li>Proven success managing multi-national teams or remote coordination across regions.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems, manufacturing dashboards, and KPI reporting.</li><li>Strong English communication skills</li><li>Willingness to travel within the US and occasionally Europe.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success<ul><li>2–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment</li><li>Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.</li><li>Experience collaborating with engineering, program management, and supply chain </li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency with Google Workspace; Solidworks or other CAD experience is a plus.</li><li>Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.</li></ul><div><div><div>Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted.  The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for similar work.Offers are dependent on someone experience and may be outside of the published range when appropriate.  If your skills are above the posted range... Apply! We want to hear from you! </div><div>Carbon Robotics' base salary pay range:</div><div>$72,000—$80,000 USD</div></div></div><div>Why would you join Carbon Robotics?Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do.  Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:<ul><li style="font-weight:400;">Competitive salaries</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Pre-IPO Stock Options</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Generous Benefits:<ul><li style="font-weight:400;">Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents<ul><li style="font-weight:400;">Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Employee Assistance Program</li></ul></li><li style="font-weight:400;">Mental Health HRA</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Restricted Healthcare Travel support</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Menopause Support</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Life Insurance</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Long Term Disability</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Flexible PTO</li><li style="font-weight:400;">401(k) plan</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Pet Insurance</li><li style="font-weight:400;">Commuter Benefits</li></ul></li><li style="font-weight:400;">Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.</li></ul>*Internationally based employees benefits varies &amp; Contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics Benefits or StockCarbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all.  We welcome everyone’s voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.#talentacquisition #laserweeding #laserweeder #weedcontrol #agtech #agtechnology #farmtech #robotics #lasers #lasersandrobots #missiondriven #AI #startup #wearehiring #computervision #machinelearning #carbonrobotics </div>

Carbon Robotics, a Seattle-based agricultural robotics startup founded in 2018, builds innovative agricultural tools that empower farmers to operate more efficiently. Carbon Robotics&rsquo; revolutionary, high-precision laserweeding leverages sophisticated AI technology to improve crop quality, provide safer working conditions for farmers, reduce overall costs associated with modern farming, and create sustainable paths to regenerative and organic farming. The company launched its first product, the Autonomous LaserWeeder, in April 2021, raised a $27M Series B round in September 2021, and revealed its new LaserWeeder implement in February 2022. What&rsquo;s it like working at Carbon Robotics? We are a no-nonsense team of passionate people with a bias for action. We know that our ability to execute on our ideas is what sets us apart. We do what we say we are going to do, externally and internally. We trust our people to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.

Manager, Production

<div>The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy—all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it’s designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers.&nbsp;Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You’ll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.&nbsp;Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CarbonRoboticsLaserWeeding">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://x.com/carbon_robotics">X</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carbon_robotics/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbonrobotics/">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://carbonrobotics.com/news">News</a></div>Production Manager based in the US to support and scale our manufacturing operations in alignment with our global production strategy. This role will report directly to the Manufacturing Manager in Richland and will be instrumental in bridging strategic vision with daily execution.As the Production Manager at Carbon Robotics, you will lead the production team at our Richland facility, driving performance, efficiency, and operational excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on scaling our manufacturing capability to meet demand while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability. You’ll collaborate primarily with our manufacturing, engineering, and logistics organizations to deliver on critical objectives. We are seeking a hands-on, process-driven&nbsp;The ideal candidate can drive productivity, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure that safety, quality, and delivery standards are met across the board. You’ll do whatever it takes - including travel and long hours - to ensure we are exceeding our customers’ expectations.<h3>What You’ll Do:</h3><ul><li>Manage manufacturing operations at our Richland facility, including coordination with the manufacturing manager in production planning, staffing, scheduling, safety, and output.</li><li>Join a team of production and technical staff—developing talent, setting expectations, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, throughput, and cost using lean manufacturing principles and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Partner with the manufacturing, engineering, and program teams to ensure seamless transfer of new designs and processes into production.</li><li>Collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams to optimize material flow, vendor coordination, and just-in-time delivery.</li><li>Implement and sustain robust quality systems, compliance standards, and best practices across the factory floor.</li><li>Lead problem-solving and root-cause analysis efforts to resolve production issues quickly and effectively.</li><li>Support new product introductions, pilot builds, and prototype integration into the production line.</li></ul><h3>You Might Be a Fit If You:</h3><ul><li>See manufacturing as a craft and love refining the process.</li><li>Excel in a matrixed org and enjoy connecting regional execution and global vision.</li><li>Thrive in high-growth environments and know how to keep cool under pressure.</li></ul><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Operational Leadership: Oversee your team’s manufacturing operations across Richland production sites, ensuring KPIs are consistently met or exceeded.</li><li>Team Management: Lead, develop, and mentor a growing team of manufacturing technicians, supervisors, and engineers.</li><li>Process Standardization: Implement and enforce best practices and standardized work instructions aligned with global manufacturing procedures.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Reporting: Work with other production managers to flag issues, communicate effectively and align on goals.</li><li>Quality &amp; Compliance: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality control and regulatory compliance (CE, ISO, etc.).</li><li>Scaling &amp; Expansion: Support establishing new production lines or facilities as needed, ensuring efficient commissioning, staffing, and ramp-up.</li><li>Cross-functional Coordination: Partner with supply chain, engineering, and product teams to support design for manufacturability and introduction of new products.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience). Huge plus</li><li>Proven success managing multi-national teams or remote coordination across regions.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems, manufacturing dashboards, and KPI reporting.</li><li>Strong English communication skills</li><li>Willingness to travel within the US and occasionally Europe.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success<ul><li>2–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment</li><li>Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.</li><li>Experience collaborating with engineering, program management, and supply chain&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency with Google Workspace; Solidworks or other CAD experience is a plus.</li><li>Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.</li></ul><div><div><div>Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted.&nbsp; The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for similar work.Offers are dependent on someone experience and may be outside of the published range when appropriate.&nbsp; If your skills are above the posted range... Apply! We want to hear from you!&nbsp;</div><div>Carbon Robotics' base salary pay range:</div><div>$72,000—$80,000 USD</div></div></div><div>Why would you join Carbon Robotics?Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do.&nbsp; Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:<ul><li>Competitive salaries</li><li>Pre-IPO Stock Options</li><li>Generous Benefits:<ul><li>Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents<ul><li>Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA</li><li>Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li></ul></li><li>Mental Health HRA</li><li>Restricted Healthcare Travel support</li><li>Menopause Support</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Long Term Disability</li><li>Flexible PTO</li><li>401(k) plan</li><li>Pet Insurance</li><li>Commuter Benefits</li></ul></li><li>Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.</li></ul>*Internationally based employees benefits varies &amp; Contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics Benefits or StockCarbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all.&nbsp; We welcome everyone’s voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.#talentacquisition #laserweeding #laserweeder #weedcontrol #agtech #agtechnology #farmtech #robotics #lasers #lasersandrobots #missiondriven #AI #startup #wearehiring #computervision #machinelearning #carbonrobotics&nbsp;</div>

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