Farm Cleaner

Oishii Farm Corporation; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(K)

Employer paid life insurance + LTD

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Paid training

Office social events

Employee activity groups

Job summary

Oishii Farm Corporation is seeking a meticulous Farm Cleaner to maintain a clean, sanitary growing environment on our US farms. The role emphasizes daily and weekly cleaning to prevent contamination, manage algae, and protect plant health.

You will collaborate with Shift Managers, Farm Operations, and the IPM team to uphold sanitation across the farm environment. The Farm Cleaner will safely operate cleaning equipment, maintain walkways free of hazards, and ensure compliance with food safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in cleaning and sanitation preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and weekly deep cleaning of farm and pack units, including floors, aisles, clean rooms, and equipment areas.
• Remove debris, algae, standing water, plant matter, and waste through sweeping, vacuuming, scrubbing, and sanitation processes.
• Clean gutters and ensure drainage systems are unobstructed and free of algae.
• Scrub and sanitize floors to prevent algae buildup and slip hazards.
• Replace trench drain filters and sanitize trench drains; clean sinks and tools after use.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Squeegees

Brushes

Hoses

Job description

We grow the world’s BEST Strawberries & that wouldn’t be possible without our Farm Cleaning Team.We are seeking a detail-oriented Farm Cleaner to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe growing environment on our farms. This role focuses on both daily and weekly cleaning procedures to prevent contamination, control algae buildup, and ensure optimal plant health.As a Farm Cleaner, you will play a key role in ensuring Oishii’s farms remain clean, safe, and free of excess water while maintaining our world-class quality standards. This role is critical in supporting plant health, preventing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) issues from escalating, and helping ensure our farms operate efficiently and safely.You will work collaboratively with Shift Managers, Farm Operations, and the IPM team to maintain sanitation standards across the farm environment.What You’ll Be Responsible For:Perform daily & weekly deep cleaning of farm and pack units, including floors, aisles, clean rooms, robot areas, and areas under racks.Remove all debris, algae, standing water, plant matter, and waste through sweeping, vacuuming, scrubbing, and sanitation processes.Clean and maintain gutters, ensuring that debris and algae are fully removed and that drainage systems remain unobstructed.Scrub and sanitize floors using approved solutions to eliminate algae buildup and prevent slip hazards.Clean high-reach walls and hard-to-access surfaces within the farm.Replace trench drain filters and thoroughly clean and sanitize trench drains.Clean and sanitize sinks, tools, vacuums, hoses, and all equipment after each use.Safely operate and maintain cleaning equipment, including large/small vacuums, squeegees, brushes, hoses, and extension cords.Ensure all walkways, aisles, and workspaces are free of clutter, debris, and hazards.Who will love this job: Individuals who identify with our Core Values and exhibit skills within those values will thrive at Oishii.One Team, One Fight!Ability to quickly shift priorities to meet deadlines and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with purpose.Ability to work cross functionally and collaborate with positive intent.You’re a meticulous, dependable, and self-motivated team player.Focus.Ability to remove obstacles in order to prioritize, which could include problem solving, working through ambiguity and using fact based or sound judgment.Ability to work independently, with a high attention to detail, and ability to create structure & process where none may exist.GSD (Get Sh** Done!)Capable of prioritizing tasks and considering the resources available when doing so.A bias for action! Ability to hold yourself accountable and take ownership of driving results that impact company outcomesWhat we’re looking for in a Farm Cleaner:High School Diploma or GEDPrevious cleaning, sanitation, warehouse, manufacturing, agriculture, or food production experience preferredExperience working around industrial equipment or automated systems is a plusExperience following safety procedures and PPE requirements preferredAdditional Details:Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to bend, squat, kneel, and reach frequently throughout the shiftAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbsComfortable working in humid, warm, and wet environmentsAbility to safely use ladders, cleaning equipment, and long-reach cleaning toolsAbility to work around moving automated systems while following safety proceduresMUST NOT be allergic to beesThis position works directly inside active farm environments and requires strict adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.Shift Schedule:Monday - Friday - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMPerks at Oishii:Compensation: Starting Hourly at $19Medical, dental, vision, 401(K)100% Employer Paid Life Insurance + Long Term Disability InsurancePaid Parental leave, Paid Time Off, Paid Sick TimePaid TrainingOffice social events including happy hours, events, and partiesEmployee activity groups for basketball players, Yoga Enthusiasts, runners…About Us:Oishii (which means “delicious” in Japanese) is the innovative company behind the world’s largest indoor vertical strawberry farm. On a mission to transform the agriculture industry through the power of smart farming, Oishii harmoniously marries nature with state-of-the-art technology to create the ideal elements—rain, air, heat, light, nourishment and natural bee pollination—for growing in-season produce all year round. Oishii’s beloved Omakase, Koyo and Nikko Berries are grown in pesticide-free vertical farms in the U.S. and proudly bear the Non-GMO Project Verified seal. Founded in 2016, Oishii’s investors include SPARX Group, NTT, Yaskawa, McWin Capital Partners, and Resilience Reserve. Oishii was recognized as one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies” in 2022.Today, Oishii operates farms and research facilities across the United States and Japan, bringing together expertise from both countries to advance the future of agriculture. As a Japanese-founded company with global ambitions, we are building a world-class team dedicated to transforming how premium produce is grown and delivered. For more information, visit www.oishii.com.