Seeding Lead

Little Leaf Farms-Pennsylvania•Mcadoo, PA

About The Position

The Seeding Lead is one of the most critical members of our growing team. Their role supports producing a quality product on time for our customers by overseeing the seeding machine operators, seeding machines, automation system for plate movements, seed germination and cleaning in coordination with production plans

Requirements

Good work ethic
Ability to lead by example
Ability to train new or existing seeding machine operators
Multitasking between seeding and movements
Team player
Ability to drive a forklift (preferred)
Standing on feet for long periods of time
Ability to lift up to 40lbs
Ability to troubleshoot minor mechanical issues with equipment
Must be able to work weekends
Computer Savvy
Bi-lingual preferred but not required

Nice To Haves

Ability to drive a forklift (preferred)
Bi-lingual preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Seed placement
Keeping track of seed loss
Maintaining proper soil moisture
Quality - Support Food Safety by always ensuring cleanliness of the equipment and area
Check that the gutters are always clean
Maintain the equipment in good running condition
Pay attention to the details
Point of contact for all support areas, work with Maintenance technicians on equipment problems
Communication with the seeding supervisor
Sending end-of-day report at the end of each shift
Managing plate movements in the germination box
Managing movements to the grow lines above
Keep the seeding/movement information board updated
Any other jobs as required by the direct supervisor