Shift Manager, Farm Operations & Pack Operations

Oishii • Clay Township, OH

5d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Shift Manager who will lead our production operations team spanning multiple farms, and a packaging team on multiple shifts within our vertical farming facility. Each Shift Manager is responsible for a specific shift and owns driving execution of all production functions with a team of farm and/or pack operators. Take ownership of all aspects of production including team development, equipment understanding/readiness, sanitation, health & safety, food safety & quality, cost, and product yield. This role works a fixed Sunday–Wednesday schedule, with shift hours rotating every 6 months between a set day shift (6:00 AM-6:00 PM) and a set night shift (6:00 PM-6:00 AM). Rotation dates are predetermined.

Requirements

• Ability to quickly shift priorities to meet deadlines and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with purpose at various levels of the organization.
• Ability to work cross functionally at all levels including across locations, and collaborate with a focus on supporting & understanding the evolving business needs of a startup environment.
• Ability to lead through others and develop teams with a diverse level of experience to succeed.
• Ability to remove obstacles in order to prioritize which could include problem solving, working through ambiguity and using fact based or sound judgment in the absence of process or policy.
• Ability to synthesize information quickly to aid in the troubleshooting process.
• Possessing an entrepreneurial mindset with the tenacity to develop ideas, process, and policy and implement them rapidly.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and considering the resources available when doing so.
• A bias for action!
• Ability to hold yourself accountable and take ownership of driving results that impact company outcomes.
• Track record of effectively handling complex employee relations issues, and addressing sensitive information and difficult situations with tact, discretion, and confidentiality.
• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree in business or other relevant field is a plus!
• 3+ years of experience working in a farming, production, warehouse or similar environment.
• 3+ years of experience leading teams.
• Solid computer literacy and familiarity with technology such as ConnectTeams, Google suite, Slack, Asana etc.

Nice To Haves

• Working with automation, robotics or other large scale equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive Production KPIs, such as pruning or packaging speed, bruise rate, IPM task completion, cost reduction, increased yield, quality, and other key metrics contributing to team success measured in cost, quality and productivity.
• Operate and troubleshoot new farming and/or packaging technologies.
• Analyze real time reporting and data to interpret information to guide decision making.
• Keep your shift at peak performance by ensuring safety guidelines, IPM risk management, and sanitation adherence at all times.
• Communicate promptly, effectively, and respectfully with all associates to ensure clear expectations and align any upcoming changes.
• Work closely with cross functional partners throughout the facility such as maintenance to ensure a cohesive operation amongst different functions.
• Coordinate and troubleshoot with cross functional partners throughout the facility to identify and resolve any potential issues with your team, including system malfunctions, plant health issues, environmental issues, etc.
• Escalate gaps as necessary.
• Understand, implement, and enforce food safety policies, including worker hygiene, sanitation, and maintaining proper documentation.
• Serve as a people manager directing work, providing feedback, evaluating work, assigning tasks, goal setting, coaching team members, resolving issues, and ensuring consistent staffing levels.
• Spend the majority of your time in the farm or pack environment, observing operations in real time, ensuring processes are followed, and stepping in to drive performance when needed.
• Audit team execution against established standards and provide immediate coaching and feedback when gaps are identified.
• Develop a deep understanding of all farming and packaging processes so you can effectively assess performance, identify inefficiencies, and coach team members to meet expectations consistently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(K)
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental leave, Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time
• Paid Training & 7 Paid Holidays
• Office social events including happy hours, parties, and community service projects
• Employee activity groups for basketball players, Yoga Enthusiasts, runners…

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED