Market Garden Pack Shed Lead (Seasonal)
About The Position
Tabula Rasa Farms is a 440-acre regenerative farm located near Carlton, OR, with an integrated livestock and market garden operation. The 3-acre market garden grows 140 varieties of produce year-round to support local restaurants and a CSA program. Tabula Rasa Farms is part of The Ground, a business that connects farm, food, and people through hospitality. We are seeking a highly organized, dependable, and team-oriented individual to lead our seasonal pack shed operations during the busiest part of the growing season. This role is guaranteed through January, with the potential to grow into a longer-term opportunity for the right candidate. The Market Garden Pack Shed Lead works closely with the Farm Operations Manager, Field Lead and garden team to oversee the daily flow of produce through the pack shed. This position is responsible for leading and delegating tasks to the pack shed team, ensuring produce is properly cleaned, sorted, packed, organized, and prepared for CSA/garden shares and customer deliveries. This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to lead a team efficiently while maintaining quality standards and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Current, valid driver’s license and clean driving record in order to be insurable for farm vehicle use
- Previous experience working in agriculture, produce handling, food production, warehouse operations, or similar environments
- Demonstrated leadership experience or the ability to confidently lead and delegate within a team setting
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain focus and efficiency while managing repetitive and fast-paced tasks
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Able to meet the physical demands of farm work including standing for long periods, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating closely with a team
- Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with CSA or produce distribution systems
- Familiarity with post-harvest handling and food safety best practices
- Experience with inventory management or order fulfillment systems
- General knowledge of vegetable production and seasonality
Responsibilities
- Lead daily pack shed operations including washing, sorting, bunching, packing, and organizing produce for distribution
- Delegate tasks to team members based on strengths, skills, and daily operational needs
- Ensure all CSA/garden share orders and customer deliveries are packed accurately and efficiently
- Maintain high standards for cleanliness, food safety, organization, and quality control within the pack shed
- Coordinate workflow and prioritize tasks to meet harvest and delivery timelines
- Assist with inventory tracking, labeling, and light record keeping
- Communicate clearly with the Farm Operations Manager regarding daily production needs, staffing, and operational issues
- Support harvest and field work as needed during peak periods
- Help maintain pack shed tools, wash stations, coolers, and workspaces
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and productive team environment
Benefits
- No benefits as this is a temporary, seasonal position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
