The Role

Gotham Greens is seeking passionate, driven and hardworking individuals to fill positions as Production Assistants. Production Assistant positions are hands-on and require individuals who enjoy rolling up their sleeves and are accustomed to manual labor-intensive jobs. Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry a plus but not required. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and organized individual to assume a position at a rapidly growing, innovative, disruptive company in the 21st century food system.

Areas of Responsibility

Assisting in the harvesting and packing of leafy vegetables and herbs
Inspecting produce, arranging leaves, and preparing produce, for boxing, and proper cleaning & sanitation methods
Cleaning and Sanitation of Packhouse, Greenhouse, and Channel Washing
Assisting in loading products onto U-boats/pallets and loading them onto our trucks
Assisting in in the loading and unloading of Greenhouse and Packhouse supplies and materials
Handle leaves , look for bugs, and proper cleaning & sanitation methods
Ensure proper hand washing and use of gloves, aprons, and hair nets.
Ensure PH Packers maintain clean clothes, personal hygiene and good health (e.g. no coughing, etc.)
Packers adherence to the Packhouse dress code and packing regulations, (e.g. no earphones, no hoods, footwear specifications, no food, drinks, etc.)
Ensure clean work areas, bins, trays, scales, tables. No mobile phones or food on packing tables.
Ensure that soiled or dropped leaves are not packed
Ensure coolers are clean and temperatures are stable
Inspect and weigh produce; discard leaves as necessary; ensure no bugs, damaged leaves, tip burned leaves or leaved dropped on floor enter package

Qualifications

Requirements:

Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to stand for a full 8 hour shift
Must be comfortable working in summer heat conditions and air-conditioned rooms
Must be able to work at a steady pace and must be detailed oriented
Must have a reliable form of transportation, train, bus, car, Etc.
Open availability to work various work schedules including weekends if needed
Must be authorized to work in the US

The ideal candidate:

Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
Passionate commitment to the company vision
Appreciation for sustainable agriculture and food

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