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Earth · 16 hours ago

Natural Organic Reduction Operator

Elkridge, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Earth is a company focused on transforming the end-of-life experience by offering a sustainable alternative to cremation and burial. They are seeking a Natural Organic Reduction (NOR) Operator responsible for managing the NOR process, ensuring respectful and efficient handling from start to finish.

Funerals

Responsibilities

Handle the NOR disposition process respectfully and efficiently from acceptance of a new case into the facility through soil donation

Assist with day-to-day operations of the NOR facility, including soil testing and vessel troubleshooting

Partner with facility technician(s) as needed for more complex vessel maintenance requirements to minimize vessel downtime

Maintain a clean and orderly facility

Monitor inventory and supplies levels and work with the NOR Facility Manager to maintain adequate levels

Assist in ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including funeral law, environmental regulations, zoning, fire code requirements, and OSHA/EHS

Implement a continuous improvement mindset, staying current with industry trends, technologies, and research to improve the NOR process efficiency and efficacy

Collaborate with members of the Care and Sales teams to ensure all families receive an outstanding customer experience from start to finish

Qualification

Funeral home experienceIT systems experienceProblem-solving skillsAssociate's degreeForklift operation certificationEmbalmer certificationMaryland funeral director license

Required

Associate's degree or higher

3+ years working at a funeral home or crematory

Outstanding problem-solving skills

Experience using IT systems (workflow management software, inventory management software, CRMs, etc.)

Willingness to work evenings and weekends on occasion

Excitement about developing a sustainable deathcare alternative

Preferred

Crematory operator or similar experience is a plus

Embalmer experience and certification is a plus

Active Maryland funeral director license is a plus

Current forklift operation certification is not required to apply but will be necessary for the role (we will provide funding and support for obtaining this certification)