All employees at Footprint Farm will receive training in all aspects of field operations including, but not limited to: seeding, transplanting, crop maintenance, harvest, washing, and packing of vegetables. This year we are hiring for one position: Wash/Pack Manager. This position will get experience in all aspects of the farm, but will focus on wash/pack operations. Detailed description can be found below.
To apply, please review job description(s) and fill out our online application. (You may want to copy the questions and fill out on word or google docs, then copy and paste into the form so that you don't lose your work!)
To apply, please review job description(s) and fill out our online application. (You may want to copy the questions and fill out on word or google docs, then copy and paste into the form so that you don't lose your work!)
Available position(s) for 2024 season
Job Title:
Wash/Pack Manager
Reports to:
Owners and Wholesale Manager
Supervises:
Field Crew, especially during wash/pack activities
Hours:
Full-time or part-time. Part-time must work at least Tues - Thurs.
Position Period:
Flexible start and end dates. Must be available to start by May 1 and work through the end of September.
Compensation:
Fair Hiring Statement
Footprint Farm is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity of expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Footprint Farm encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Farm Overview
Footprint Farm grows diversified organic vegetables on 2+ acres and serves a 150 member CSA and over a dozen wholesale accounts. We specialize in year-round greens and focus on producing consistently high quality produce for our customers. Our farm crew is small, works closely with each other, and is focused on constantly learning and improving our skills. We strive to communicate clearly so that expectations are both known and achievable. We also really enjoy both our work in the field and the delicious food we produce.
Job Summary
The Wash/Pack Manager is responsible for effectively coordinating the washing and packing of both CSA and Wholesale products. This position works closely with the Wholesale Manager, and will be the point person for other crew members who are helping to wash and pack vegetables. The primary goals for this position are to help ensure that orders are packed and delivered correctly, pace is set during wash/pack activities, and that a consistent, high quality product reaches our customers. Wash/pack responsibilities are heaviest Tues - Thurs. Outside of wash/pack hours there will be ample time for field work such as planting, harvesting, trellising, and weeding.
This is a new position, which means that though we have established SOPs for wash/pack activities there is room for the Wash/Pack Manager to help improve systems and take on quite a bit of responsibility for the effective and efficient transition of produce from field to customer.
Responsibilities
Wash/Pack Oversight
Wash/Pack Management
Field Activities
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
How to Apply & Application Deadline
Applications are open to returning employees on December 1, 2023, and to new applicants on January 1, 2024. To apply, fill out our online application (also linked above). Applications are due on a rolling basis, most interviews will happen in January and February with the goal of filling this position by March 31, 2024. Interviews can be in person or by phone/zoom and prospective candidates will need to provide 2-3 work or character references.
Wash/Pack Manager
Reports to:
Owners and Wholesale Manager
Supervises:
Field Crew, especially during wash/pack activities
Hours:
Full-time or part-time. Part-time must work at least Tues - Thurs.
Position Period:
Flexible start and end dates. Must be available to start by May 1 and work through the end of September.
Compensation:
- $19 starting hourly pay, raises based on experience and performance
- 2% of gross income as SIMPLE IRA contribution with potential for up to 5% given as a year-end bonus
- PTO commensurate with days worked
- Sick pay accrued at 1 hr per 52 hours worked
- Gear stipend of $100
- Produce
- $100 professional development budget to be used for position-related learning
- Cost of Living annual raise for returning employees
Fair Hiring Statement
Footprint Farm is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity of expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Footprint Farm encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Farm Overview
Footprint Farm grows diversified organic vegetables on 2+ acres and serves a 150 member CSA and over a dozen wholesale accounts. We specialize in year-round greens and focus on producing consistently high quality produce for our customers. Our farm crew is small, works closely with each other, and is focused on constantly learning and improving our skills. We strive to communicate clearly so that expectations are both known and achievable. We also really enjoy both our work in the field and the delicious food we produce.
Job Summary
The Wash/Pack Manager is responsible for effectively coordinating the washing and packing of both CSA and Wholesale products. This position works closely with the Wholesale Manager, and will be the point person for other crew members who are helping to wash and pack vegetables. The primary goals for this position are to help ensure that orders are packed and delivered correctly, pace is set during wash/pack activities, and that a consistent, high quality product reaches our customers. Wash/pack responsibilities are heaviest Tues - Thurs. Outside of wash/pack hours there will be ample time for field work such as planting, harvesting, trellising, and weeding.
This is a new position, which means that though we have established SOPs for wash/pack activities there is room for the Wash/Pack Manager to help improve systems and take on quite a bit of responsibility for the effective and efficient transition of produce from field to customer.
Responsibilities
Wash/Pack Oversight
- Organize and inventory the walk-in to aid in producing the day’s harvest list
- Ensure that crew members understand and are keeping up with Morning Meeze tasks
- Keep an eye on packaging inventory and submit orders when needed
- Identify maintenance, or other wash/pack needs and report to Owners
- Help Owners update or create Wash/Pack specific SOPs
Wash/Pack Management
- Act as point person for questions regarding quality control, packing, and efficiency for the crew
- Manage flow of people and products with the goal of getting orders out on time
- Act as pacesetter during wash pack activities
- Train crew members, including other managers, on wash/pack activities
- Ensure that needed data collection is performed on a daily basis
Field Activities
- Perform all necessary farm and field activities as listed on Farm Crew Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 2 years of farming experience that includes wash/pack time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Attend TEAMS management training (April)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High attention to detail
- Familiarity with washing and packing a diverse variety of vegetables
- Ability to re-prioritize under a time deadline
- Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with the rest of the crew
How to Apply & Application Deadline
Applications are open to returning employees on December 1, 2023, and to new applicants on January 1, 2024. To apply, fill out our online application (also linked above). Applications are due on a rolling basis, most interviews will happen in January and February with the goal of filling this position by March 31, 2024. Interviews can be in person or by phone/zoom and prospective candidates will need to provide 2-3 work or character references.
