Production Supervisor. Packout

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our founders, food industry veterans Mike and Tisha, knew that food wasn’t what it used to be, so they wanted to make it better – by creating a new kind of farm. A farm that grows up to 300 times more food than an ordinary farm on a smaller footprint, without a drop of pesticides. Farms powered with 100% renewable energy, growing with 95% less water and delivering food within 48 hours for longer freshness for our customers and less food waste.

80 Acres Farms is a vertical farming leader, operating commercial farms in Ohio, Kentucky, and soon-to-be Georgia in addition to research and development farms in Arkansas and The Hauge, Netherlands. All farms utilize state-of-the-art technology and analytics developed by the Company’s subsidiary, Infinite Acres.

80 Acres Farms branded salads, microgreens, herbs, and tomatoes are available at retailers and food service distributors, including Kroger, Whole Foods, The Fresh Market, Dorothy Lane Markets, Sysco, and US Foods from Michigan to Florida. 80 Acres Farms is supported by world-class investors and partners, including General Atlantic, Siemens, Barclays, Ocado, Priva, and Signify/Philips.

If you’re interested in making a difference, join our team in changing how the world eats.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a results-driven leader to assist in overseeing production. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing and be comfortable in change management. Great people skills and grit are essential, as well as the ability to ensure the team works collaboratively to drive results.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Supervising innovative tech food production/packaging department with a strong focus on delivery, people management, safety, quality
• Assist in hiring, developing, coaching, and managing a team of hourly employees. Drive expectations, standards, and culture in alignment with overarching Company culture and values
• Drive continuous improvement to increase yield, reduce cost, and improve quality
• Partner closely cross-functionally to solve problems related to growing, process improvement, quality, maintenance, etc.
• Ensure that impeccable standards for food safety, GMPs, and process controls met while also meeting production standards.
• Engage in people processes across the site including performance management, recruiting and staffing, training, and employee development
• Maintain an open dialogue with commercial teams regarding product availability and forecasting
• Follow all safety requirements and maintain a safe work environment for all team members
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1+ years in food production and/or operations roles with progressive leadership experience
• Knowledge of food sanitation processes, procedures, and standards
• Positive and professional communication skills. Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization including hourly, peer, and leadership
• Solid people management skills including coaching, performance management, and hands on development
• Willingness and aptitude to engage in continuous learning about indoor crop production and maintenance as well as the broader controlled environment/vertical farming industry
• Strong problem solving and agility to operate in an environment with developing processes, coupled with ability to implement processes and standards
• Willingness and ability to weekends, holidays, and/or off shift hours when required
• Experience in a LEAN manufacturing environment
• Bachelors degree in agriculture, science, engineering or business or equivalent experience preferred

Environment:

• Repetitive motion throughout the shift
• Standing or walking for a long duration of time
• Crouching and kneeling
• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Will be exposed to 39-degree temperatures when working in the packaging area
• Will be exposed to heights when working in the grow area

BENEFITS WE OFFER YOU

Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one of employment

• – health insurance plans start at just $5/month
• Minimum two weeks paid vacation
• One week paid health & wellness time
• 10 paid holidays
• Parental leave
• 401k with up to 4% Company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance

ABOUT OUR HIRING PRACTICES

Statistics show that underrepresented communities dont apply for a job unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. Dont worry if you think you cant check every box on the list; well provide all the on-the-job training you need.

80 Acres Farms is an equal opportunity employer. Youre defined by more than just your job title, and we want you to feel comfortable bringing your true self to work. We value your talents, your traditions, your take on the world, and everything else that makes you unique. We strive to be to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and to do their best work.

80 Acres Farms participates in E-Verify. As required by law, your employment with the Company is contingent upon you providing legal proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. All candidates will be given the same consideration.