As part of our growth, we are looking for full-time hydroponic farmers in the Atlanta, GA area. Farmers are responsible for all aspects of leafy green production in our indoor, environmentally controlled farms. This is a fast paced production environment and areas of focus include seeding, transplanting, harvesting, packing and clean up on a daily basis. Please note that this position requires a flexible work schedule that may involve night, weekend and/or holiday shifts. Ideal candidates are willing to work flexible hours, Sunday through Friday, depending on the needs of the business.
What you will do
- Responsible for all aspects of production for growing green leafy vegetables: checking product quality, trimming, packing, weighing and canning.
- Responsible for the daily operation of the pods: harvesting, transplanting, cleaning, maintenance and general upkeep.
- Loading of products and assistance with delivery of orders
- Report observations, including plant anomalies and system problems, to the farm supervisor.
- Develop and discuss alternative and innovative strategies for indoor agriculture, food security and maintenance.
- Performs all duties with high standards of food safety and security.
This position requires a high degree of manual labor, including
- stand for the duration of the shift
- Repetitive manual tasks, grasping, pinching, pulling.
- Repetitive use of ladders
- Bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching and twisting.
- work daily in a humid and/or cold environment
Requirements
The must-haves
- Desire to make an impact in the community and passion for sustainability
- Must be punctual and diligent for scheduled work hours.
- Dedication to our mission
- Autonomy, team spirit, communication skills.
- Great attention to detail in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Ability to consistently lift 20 to 40 pounds
- Must be available to be "on call" some evenings and weekends as needed by the business.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- A drug-free work environment at all times
All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
