Packhouse Production Assistant
About The Position
Gotham Greens is seeking passionate, driven, and hardworking Production Assistants for hands-on, manual labor-intensive work. The role involves packing fresh produce, supporting greenhouse production, and maintaining food safety and sanitation standards. Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry is a plus but is not required. The position is based in Stevensburg, Virginia, and is full-time, with an hourly salary range of $16.00 to $20.00. Team members should be prepared to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays, and in temperatures ranging from 55 degrees in the Packhouse to 90 degrees in the Greenhouse.
Requirements
- Be authorized to work in the United States.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Be able to stand for a full 8-hour shift.
- Maintain a steady pace with attention to detail.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Have open availability to work various schedules, including weekends and holidays.
- Be able to work in temperatures ranging from 55 degrees in the Packhouse to 90 degrees in the Greenhouse.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry is a plus but is not required.
- Reliability, high motivation, and commitment to high-quality performance.
- A passionate commitment to the company vision.
- An appreciation for sustainable agriculture and food.
Responsibilities
- Sort and select high-quality produce for packing and identify unacceptable-quality product for discarding.
- Fill containers to accurate weights using scales.
- Handle product and containers to maximize shelf life and meet visual expectations.
- Perform repetitive tasks at a consistent pace that meets productivity expectations.
- Assist with greenhouse production operations, including transplanting seedlings, harvesting plants, and handling growing equipment.
- Handle, organize, and load production supplies and equipment.
- Assist with inventory control and cold storage organization.
- Label, box, and stage product materials and supplies.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), company food safety policies, and sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs).
- Assist with daily cleaning of production areas, equipment, and supplies.
- Assist with periodic cleaning of common areas in the facility.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
