Packhouse Operator

THE ROLE 

Gotham Greens is seeking a passionate, driven and hardworking individual to work as our Packhouse Operator in our Packhouse. Packhouse Operators are hands-on and require individuals who enjoy rolling up their sleeves. 

Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry is a plus, but is 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. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Start up and shut-down of Denester, Scales, Tray Sealer, Metal Detector, Check Weigher, and Labeler. 

• Basic troubleshooting of all unit ops incorporated in the packaging line 

• Complete all Operator GFSI task and documentation. 

• Give direction to PA’s working on the Multivac line. 

• Minimize downtime during breakdowns and changeovers. 

• Track line KPI’s (Startup time, Ramp up time, Quality Rejects, etc.) 

• Change film, labels, and ribbons. 

• Stock Raw Materials after shut down and as needed. 

• Basic sanitation tasks, as needed, to keep equipment clean and operational. 

• Basic troubleshooting of equiment. 

• Communicate clearly and operate the line with a sense of urgency. 

In additon to the above, perform the following Packhouse Production Assistant duties, as needed:: 

• Pack containers of fresh leafy greens and herbs.  

• Identify unacceptable quality product to discard. 

• Sort and select high quality product to pack. 

• Fill containers to an accurate weight using scales. 

• Proper handling of product and containers to maximize shelf life and adherence to the Company’s expectations. 

• Perform repetitive tasks at a consistent pace which meets productivity expectations. 

• Label, box, and stage product materials and supplies. 

• Handle, organize, and load production supplies and equipment. 

• Assist with inventory control and cold storage organization. 

• Assist with daily cleaning of production areas, equipment, and supplies. 

• Assist with periodic cleaning of common areas in facility. 

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), Company food safety policies, Company employee safety policies, and sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs). 

• Other duties as may be assigned. 

WHO YOU ARE 

• Authorized to work in the US 

• Able to lift 50 pounds 

• Maintain a steady pace with attention to detail 

• Must have a reliable form of transportation 

• Open availability to work various work schedules, including holidays and weekends 

WHO WE ARE 

Gotham 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.  

Today, Gotham Greens has 9 locations with 600,000+ sq. ft. of hydroponic greenhouses across six U.S. states and over 400 team members. Since its launch in 2011, Gotham Greens has grown from a single urban rooftop greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., to a multi-state greenhouse operator and one of the largest hydroponic leafy green producers in North America. 

Gotham Greens recently raised $87 million in new equity and debt capital, bringing our total financing to $130 million and fueling our Company’s next phase of growth.