What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wash and Pack Lead-Vegetable Production position at Tenmile Farm Foundation?
Wash and Pack Lead
Tenmile Farm Foundation is seeking a wash and pack lead for our 100-acre vegetable and fruit farm in Dover Plains, New York. Tenmile is dedicated to alleviating hunger by producing nutritious vegetables, fruits and proteins for distribution to food insecure New Yorkers. Through its partnerships with emergency food programs, Tenmile Farm is committed to ensuring that New Yorkers seeking emergency food are served with dignity and have equitable access to nutritious, locally grown food.
This position offers the successful candidate a unique opportunity to work on a state-of-the-art farm and have a significant impact addressing food insecurity in NYC and the Hudson Valley.
Responsibilities:
- Processing and organization of all harvested crops
- Coordinate and work closely with field crew
- Oversee all wash and pack operations and supervise wash and pack facility
- Keep harvest data and inventory records
- Maintain food safety guidelines and keep accurate records
- Execute the production schedule, providing supervision and direction
- Prioritize and manage workload to ensure completion of scheduled activities.
- Guide activities to improve system efficiencies, reduce expenses and operating expenses
- Measure water and energy usage to meet resource-use efficiency metrics
- Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe washing, packing and storage facility and operation. - Ensure compliance on all food safety material, food safety best practices, as well as maintain, monitor, and verify all food safety logs
- Support the farm manager and production crew with field operations as necessary.
- Willing to perform other duties as needed and work cooperatively with members of the farm team
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience of vegetable production for high performance commercial markets Strong understanding and experience in water management, climate control, and production management
- Demonstrated knowledge of “best” agricultural and food safety practices
- Comfortable working with inventory management software, databases, and email
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask and manage other staff - Ability to lead and work under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays as required
- Valid driver’s license
Salary: $25-$27/hour, 40-48hours/week
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision
- Paid time off
- Professional growth and development opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- high performance vegetable production for commercial markets: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Food Safety Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $27
