WASH/PACK COORDINATOR

Wash/Pack Coordinator Goranson Farm Date August 06, 2026Location Dresden, MECategory AgricultureJob type Full-Time Share Company Description Goranson Farm is a diversified organic vegetable farm in Dresden Maine. Family owned and operated since 1960, it has served the local community for the past 65 years. We specialize in the year-round cultivation and storage of delicious, nutrient-dense organic vegetables. We are known for the quality of the produce we bring to market, environmental stewardship, and love for farming and community. We prioritize physical sustainability of the work through mechanization, thoughtful infrastructure design, and systems that consider the human body. Our exceptional team is composed of ~10 full-time farmers from December through March. This crew expands to over 20 individuals May through November. Summers we sell at 5 farmers’ markets, our farm stand, and supply over 15 regular wholesale accounts. Winters we clean and pack produce and manage over ½ acre of winter greens in our high tunnels. We strive to cultivate a workplace grounded in open communication, teamwork, compassion, respect, and a team based approach to problem solving. Goranson Farm's success is firmly grounded in the truly superb individuals that have joined us on the journey of growing food for our community, some for a season, others for 20 years and counting. Job Description Wash Pack Coordinator: The Wash pack Coordinator is the organizational force behind the completion of the daily packlist. They work intimately with the Harvest Coordinators, Sales Coordinator, and an experienced team of 3-4 individuals. The wash pack coordinator ensures orders are cleaned and allocated to the correct market. The wash/pack Coordinator verifies produce quality standards are met, equipment is Maintained, and food safety procedures are followed. End of day, they collaborate with the Harvest coordinator to review the Master Packlist and ensure that orders are completed and allocated to the correct market. They will be working with an online sales platform and spreadsheets to track orders and manage inventory. We are just putting the finishing touches on a new wash pack barn this summer. This space has allowed for the purchase of several pieces of equipment to ease the physical demands of washing produce. Everyone at Goranson Farm is elated to share this bright, open, and thoughtfully designed space. We look forward to the collaborative development of new systems that a fresh perspective brings. Work Commitment Hours: Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:30pm, with a 30 min unpaid lunch. In the height of the summer some days may be longer. A Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Schedule can work as well. January-February: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (7:30am to 3:30pm) Working Wednesday’s isn’t required, but if the individual wants to that is welcome. We recognize during winter months it's nice to take some time off to recharge. Responsibilities Collaborate with the Harvest and Sales Coordinator and an experienced washpack crew of three to four individuals in the washing and packing of the following crops:Leafy Greens: primarily spinach, lettuce leaf, salad mix, and arugula.Bunched Greens and Vegetables: Kales, collard, chard, radishes, turnips, beets, carrots, parsley, basil, dill, and cilantro.Confirm other crops are allocated to markets and orders.Communicate pack list changes to the Harvest and Sales Coordinators.Packlist management: Accurately check off each individual packed item and track what needs to be completed. Double check that orders are entered correctly.Coordinate completion of the pack list with individuals in the wash pack.Ensure food safety Records required FSMA are kept.Safe operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of wash pack equipment including electric fork trucks, greens washlines, barrel washers, rinse conveyors and greens spinnersMaintain a clean and orderly workspaceMaintain a positive, cooperative, healthy work culture with proactive communication style and a supportive attitude.Troubleshoot packing errors and work with Sales, Harvest, and Farm coordinators to develop systems for reducing errors.Follow and maintain Food Safety SOP outlined in the Goranson Farm Handbook. Qualities We Are Seeking A team-oriented person who brings a positive attitude, compassion, and leads by example.Adept with Spreadsheets, basic computation and digital sales platformsPassion for providing high quality food and responsible land stewardshipAbility to pivotKeen attention to detail, observation, and awareness in tasksInquisitiveness, focus, and self-motivationAbility to model a professional pace of workPrompt and ProactiveWillingness to ask questionsThe ability to make decisions collaboratively as well as individuallyMechanical aptitude: As we mechanize the washing of produce, an understanding and comfort with machines is essential. Requirements Minimum of 3 years of commercial farming or food service experience.Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly throughout a 10 hr day Wage And Benefits $21/hr + DOECell phone use stipend ~$15/Month. In lew of walkie talkies we use our cell phones daily to communicate.Gear Stipend after 1 year of work and commitment to work the following year.PTO accrual of 1 hr for every 40 hrs workedPaid Holidays (In addition to Accrual PTO): Fourth of July Labor Day (Sept. 7th) Thanksgiving (Nov. 26th) New Years Day (2027) Individuals can choose to work these days and will receive payment for the holiday plus any hours worked. Free off-quality produce for you and your household from designated employee/gleaner totes30% Employee discount at our Farm Stand or farmers’ marketsHealthcare stipend of $75/Month after the first 6 months.Performance based, End of Season BonusWorkers Comp Coverage Compensation this position is: hourly, $20/hr + Application instructions Please click here to sign in and view application details. If you are not registered, you'll be prompted to do so. Don't worry, it's free! Deadline November 26, 2026 Apply Now View similar jobs collaborative team organic vegetable processing wash pack stewardship healthcare Share This Job