AeroFarms General Employment Application

AeroFarms; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Enrollment in 401k

Job summary

AeroFarms is seeking a Production Operator in Danville, Virginia, with a pay rate of $15.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on shift and department. The position involves packing leafy greens and adhering to quality and safety standards.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma, effective communication skills, and weekend availability. The role offers medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one, paid time off, and 401k enrollment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate an electric forklift/pallet jack after training.
• Weekend availability is a must.
• Ability to work in cold environments for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Packing leafy greens into containers according to quality standards.
• Sorting products for quality and referring poorer quality items.
• Adhering to all safety and operational procedures.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Basic math skills

Basic English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electric forklift/pallet jack

Scales and computers

Job description

General Application – Production Operator

Pay Rate: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour, depending on shift, department, and role assignment.

Shifts: 12-hour rotating schedule following a 2-2-3 pattern with alternating weekends.

Working Conditions: AeroFarms' facility includes both warm and humid areas (80 degrees) and cold areas (35 degrees). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including facemasks in GMP/food production areas, is provided and required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (At day one)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional benefits
• Enrollment in 401k

Departments Available for this Role

• Packaging
• Harvesting
• Seeding
• Sanitation
• Shipping & Wearhouse
• Grow Room

Position Overview & Responsibilities

• Packing leafy greens into containers according to quality standards
• Sorting products for quality, referring poorer quality items to the Quality Team
• Adhering to all safety, food safety, and operational procedures in the seeding area
• Following instructions from the seeding coordinator and machine operator
• Preparing cloth inventory and cleaning seeding areas and equipment
• Operating scales and metal detectors for accurate weights
• Distinguishing between different packaging materials
• Tracking and recording quality losses
• Operating the automatic packaging line
• Cleaning and sanitizing the facility to meet quality and bacterial standards
• Frequently lifting/moving heavy hoses, equipment, and chemical containers (up to 75 lbs)
• Assisting in transporting heavy equipment with forklifts or other devices
• Wearing specified protective gear
• Utilizing chemical cleaning solutions with protective gear
• Performing various tasks while standing, lifting, and bending for long periods
• Completing general and routine tasks under supervision
• Demonstrating basic knowledge of necessary tasks
• Performing other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor or Lead

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience in food production is helpful
• Effective communication skills
• Basic English proficiency (required for reading, writing, understanding, and speaking)
• Ability to work in a cold environment (34 degrees F) for extended periods
• Weekend availability is a must
• Ability to respect and maintain confidential information
• Capability to work within a team environment
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to operate an electric forklift/pallet jack after training
• Strong time management skills to meet shipping deadlines
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Basic math skills
• Ability to use scales and computers