Packhouse Production Assistant

Gotham Greens; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotham Greens is seeking a Production Assistant in Maryland to support harvesting, packing and sanitation across our urban greenhouse network. You will assist with weighing and packaging leafy greens and herbs, load shipments, and help maintain clean, compliant work areas in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes physical stamina, attention to detail, and reliability, with an emphasis on safe handling, teamwork, and adherence to company standards in a sustainable agriculture setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand for a full 8 hour shift
• Must be comfortable working in summer heat conditions
• Must be able to work at a steady pace and be detail oriented
• Must have reliable transportation (train, bus, car, etc.)
• Open availability to work various schedules including weekends
• Authorized to work in the US

Responsibilities

• Assist in harvesting and packing leafy vegetables and herbs
• Inspect produce and prepare for boxing with proper sanitation
• Clean and sanitize packhouse, greenhouse, and channel washing areas
• Load products onto pallets and trucks for shipping
• Maintain clean work areas, equipment, and apparel hygiene
• Ensure proper temperature control in coolers and proper waste handling
• Observe packing regulations and safety rules at all times

Job description

The RoleGotham Greens is seeking passionate, driven and hardworking individuals to fill positions as Production Assistants. Production Assistant positions are hands-on and require individuals who enjoy rolling up their sleeves and are accustomed to manual labor-intensive jobs. Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry a plus but not required. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and organized individual to assume a position at a rapidly growing, innovative, disruptive company in the 21st century food system.Areas of ResponsibilityAssisting in the harvesting and packing of leafy vegetables and herbsInspecting produce, arranging leaves, and preparing produce, for boxing, and proper cleaning & sanitation methodsCleaning and Sanitation of Packhouse, Greenhouse, and Channel WashingAssisting in loading products onto U-boats/pallets and loading them onto our trucksAssisting in in the loading and unloading of Greenhouse and Packhouse supplies and materialsHandle leaves , look for bugs, and proper cleaning & sanitation methodsEnsure proper hand washing and use of gloves, aprons, and hair nets.Ensure PH Packers maintain clean clothes, personal hygiene and good health (e.g. no coughing, etc.)Packers adherence to the Packhouse dress code and packing regulations, (e.g. no earphones, no hoods, footwear specifications, no food, drinks, etc.)Ensure clean work areas, bins, trays, scales, tables. No mobile phones or food on packing tables.Ensure that soiled or dropped leaves are not packedEnsure coolers are clean and temperatures are stableInspect and weigh produce; discard leaves as necessary; ensure no bugs, damaged leaves, tip burned leaves or leaved dropped on floor enter packageQualificationsRequirements:Ability to lift 50 poundsAbility to stand for a full 8 hour shiftMust be comfortable working in summer heat conditions and air-conditioned roomsMust be able to work at a steady pace and must be detailed orientedMust have a reliable form of transportation, train, bus, car, Etc.Open availability to work various work schedules including weekends if neededMust be authorized to work in the USThe ideal candidate:Enjoys working in a fast-paced environmentPassionate commitment to the company visionAppreciation for sustainable agriculture and foodWho We AreGotham Greens is on a mission to transform how and where fresh produce is grown. We are a pioneer in urban indoor agriculture and a leading fresh produce and food company. Through our national network of local high-tech farms, Gotham Greens delivers fresh, long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings and pesto dips all year round to retail, restaurant and foodservice customers. Founded in 2009, the company opened its first greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., shortly thereafter. Today, Gotham Greens operates 500,000 square feet of high-tech greenhouses across five U.S. states.Our team of 350+ full time team members are hardworking, supportive, and passionate about sustainable urban agriculture. We work to create an environment that is caring, fun and collaborative. Gotham Greens is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.