What are the responsibilities and job description for the Greenhouse Operator position at Gotham Greens?
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WHO WE ARE
Gotham Greens is an indoor farming company and a fresh food brand on a mission to transform the way we approach our food system, putting people and the planet at the forefront. Gotham Greens produces and delivers long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings, dips, and cooking sauces all year round to retail, restaurant, and foodservice customers.
A Certified B Corporation™, Gotham Greens sustainably grows high-quality produce using up to 95% less water and 97% less land than conventional farming through its national network of climate-controlled, high-tech greenhouses across America, including locations in New York, Illinois, Rhode Island, Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, and California.
Since its launch in 2011, Gotham Greens has grown from a single urban rooftop greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., to one of the largest hydroponic leafy green producers in North America. For more information, visit gothamgreens.com.
Gotham Greens is seeking a passionate, driven and hardworking individual to work as our Machine Operator in our Greenhouse. Machine Operators are hands-on and require individuals who enjoy rolling up their sleeves.
Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry is a plus, but is 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.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Start up and shut-down of Denester, Scales, Tray Sealer, Metal Detector, Check Weigher, and Labeler.
- Basic troubleshooting of all unit ops incorporated in the packaging line
- Complete all Operator GFSI task and documentation.
- Give direction to PA’s working on the Multivac line.
- Minimize downtime during breakdowns and changeovers.
- Track line KPI’s (Startup time, Ramp up time, Quality Rejects, etc.)
- Change film, labels, and ribbons.
- Stock Raw Materials after shut down and as needed.
- Basic sanitation tasks, as needed, to keep equipment clean and operational.
- Basic troubleshooting of equipment.
- Communicate clearly and operate the line with a sense of urgency.
In addition to the above, perform the following Packhouse Production Assistant duties, as needed:
- Pack containers of fresh leafy greens and herbs.
- Identify unacceptable quality product to discard.
- Sort and select high quality product to pack.
- Fill containers to an accurate weight using scales.
- Proper handling of product and containers to maximize shelf life and adherence to the Company’s expectations.
- Perform repetitive tasks at a consistent pace which meets productivity expectations.
- Label, box, and stage product materials and supplies.
- Handle, organize, and load production supplies and equipment.
- Assist with inventory control and cold storage organization.
- Assist with daily cleaning of production areas, equipment, and supplies.
- Assist with periodic cleaning of common areas in facility.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), Company food safety policies, Company employee safety policies, and sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs).
- Other duties as may be assigned.
WHO YOU ARE
- Authorized to work in the US
- Able to lift 50 pounds
- Maintain a steady pace with attention to detail
- Must have a reliable form of transportation
- Open availability to work various work schedules, including holidays and weekends
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