Herb Packer
About the company
Our founders, food industry veterans Mike and Tisha, aim to improve food quality by creating a new kind of farm. This farm grows up to 300 times more food than an open-field farm using sustainable methods. It is powered by 100% renewable energy, uses 95% less water, and delivers food within 48 hours. 80 Acres Farms operates commercial farms in Ohio, Kentucky, and Georgia, along with research and development farms in Arkansas and the Netherlands. All farms utilize advanced technology and analytics developed by Infinite Acres. Products are sold at major retailers and food service distributors across the U.S., including Kroger, Whole Foods, and Sysco.
Position overview
We seek individuals who are passionate about making a difference and joining a company that is revolutionizing food production. You will support our mission by packing produce with care and learning essential food safety practices.
Key responsibilities & duties
- Cut and trim herbs to maximize product yield
- Create herb bundles meeting precise size and weight requirements
- Handle herbs carefully to prevent damage during packaging
- Place herbs into designated packaging containers according to customer orders
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 1+ years of food production or general manufacturing experience (preferred)
- Proven record of solid attendance and employment
- Computer proficiency and comfort with machinery
- Adaptability to a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Sense of urgency and efficiency to meet team goals
- Maintain good manufacturing practices and safe food handling measures
- Weekend availability
Environment
- Repetitive motion throughout the shift
- Standing or walking for long durations
- Crouching and kneeling
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
- Exposure to heights in the grow area
- Exposure to 39-degree temperatures in the packing area
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
- 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
- Tuition reimbursement
- Most benefits apply to full-time employees only (minimum 30 hours/week)
Hiring practices
Underrepresented communities may not apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training. 80 Acres Farms is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We participate in E-Verify and require legal proof of identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for employment eligibility verification.