Operations Assistant

Charlie's Produce; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

ESOP and 401(k)

Paid vacations and holidays

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Onsite parking

State Sick Leave

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Farmbox Greens, a Charlie's Produce Company based in Seattle, is seeking an entry-level team member to assist with day-to-day indoor farming operations, including planting, harvesting, packing, and food safety compliance.

The role requires basic math, attention to detail, and the ability to lift 30–50 lbs. prior experience in food service, greenhouse, or agricultural settings is valued. MS Office/Excel skills are preferred, with a strong safety culture throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• Must have basic mathematic knowledge and skills.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and be able to follow instructions closely.
• Previous experience working in restaurants, in a greenhouse, or an agricultural production position.
• Proficiency with MS Office, specifically Excel, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 - 50lbs.
• Ability to be flexible and multi-task in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to work in a warehouse-type environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment by following all safety practices and food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the growth and packing of microgreens.
• Harvesting, packing, labeling, and boxing produce.
• Cleaning and sanitizing growing area.
• Measuring and preparing seed for planting.
• Recording and documenting food safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Restaurant/food service experience

Warehouse environment familiarity

Multi-tasking

Tools

MS Office/Excel

Job description

Overview

Farmbox Greens is a Charlie's Produce Company. At Farmbox we are dedicated to changing where and how great produce is grown. Since planting our first seeds in 2011, our team has created a sustainable urban farm where the harvest cycle is days, not months. Our hydroponic, vertical farm uses 90 percent less water than traditional agriculture, is pesticide and herbicide free, and we harvest tender microgreens daily, regardless of season. We grow in square feet, not acres. We use energy-efficient LED lights and operate in a fully climate-controlled facility to consistently produce the freshest greens that can be on a customer’s plate within hours of harvest. From our Seattle farm located in the SODO neighborhood we supply microgreens to local marketplaces and hundreds of loyal restaurants all over the Pacific Northwest. At Farmbox Greens we work hard because we believe that food should be grown responsibly, locally, and taste delicious.

Charlie’s Produce - Who We Are

Charlie’s Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie’s was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus. With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community we are looking for like-minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce.

What we offer:

• An amazing company culture!
• Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
• ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
• Paid vacations, paid holidays.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

Additional Compensation Details:

• $22.00 an hour
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise
• Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure

The Role

We are seeking a hardworking, detail oriented, self-starter to add to our team to help with day-to-day production and farm operations. This is an entry-level position which entails all aspects of indoor farming including planting, harvesting, packaging, cleaning, and food safety. Our facility is highly regulated by our food safety measures which require our employees to have attention to detail with all aspects of their work.

Essential Responsibilities Include but Not Limited To:

• Assisting in the growth and packing of microgreens
• Harvesting, packing, labeling, and boxing produce
• Cleaning and sanitizing growing area
• Measuring and preparing seed for planting
• Recording and documenting food safety procedures

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Requirements:

• Must have basic mathematic knowledge and skills.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and be able to follow instructions closely.
• Previous experience working in restaurants, in a greenhouse, or an agricultural production position.
• Proficiency with MS Office, specifically Excel, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 - 50lbs.
• Ability to be flexible and multi-task in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to work in a warehouse-type environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment by following all safety practices and food safety procedures.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All job offers for this position are contingent upon passing a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment. No applicants will be disqualified based on the mere presence of criminal history, and an individualized assessment shall be conducted before any conditional offer of employment is revoked.

RCW 49.94.010

This is a safety-sensitive position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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