Location: Danville,VA, USA
Team Lead - Day Shift (6 A.M. - 6 P.M.)
Pay for this position is $20.00/hour. AeroFarms offers benefits that include enrollment in 401k, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, PTO, and more.
Schedule based on a 2-2-3 pattern, alternating weekends.
Company Summary
The world needs our help. Today 8 billion people live on the planet with less arable land than ever before. We need a solution to cultivate more using less and define the future of farming for generations to come.
AeroFarms is part of that solution, transforming agriculture with people and planet in mind. As a Certified B Corporation and pioneer in indoor vertical farming, we use our proprietary technology to grow produce using up to 95% less water and no pesticides ever. The result is a portfolio of products that burst with flavor, taste, and nutritional value. Leading the industry, AeroFarms has been named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies five years in a row, topped Fortune Magazine's 2022 Change the World Company List, and was recognized as one of the 95 “Brands That Matter” by Fast Company.
Now in over 1,000 stores across the United States, we are scaling our award-winning brand and technology around the world. As AeroFarms approaches our next phase of explosive growth, we seek passionate and motivated individuals to join our team. If a team of intellectually curious coworkers and our change-the-world mission resonates with you, apply today. Learn more about AeroFarms and join us to change the world as we grow the best plants possible for the betterment of humanity.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Team Lead responsible for leading the efficient packing of leafy greens, adhering to quality specifications. The role involves supervising the sorting process for optimal product quality, operating scales, and metal detectors, and ensuring accurate weights. A key aspect is the ability to differentiate between various packaging materials. The Team Lead will meticulously track quality metrics, inputting data into the system, and oversee the operation of the automatic packaging line. Flexibility to undertake additional tasks from the Supervisor is essential. Join us in maintaining excellence in packaging operations.
Departments available for this role:
What you'll do:
Packing out leafy greens into appropriate containers using the specifications and standards as defined by quality.
Sorting through products to get best quality or decide if poorer quality needs to be reviewed by the Quality Team.
Operating scale and metal detector daily to obtain proper weights.
Distinguishing between different packaging raw materials.
Tracking quality losses and input into computer at EOD.
Operating automatic packaging line.
All other tasks assigned by your supervisor.
What you'll bring:
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Experience in food production helpful.
Must be able to communicate effectively.
Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak basic English (required).
Must be able to work in a cold environment (