Shipping & Receiving Clerk 1

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our founders, food industry veterans Mike and Tisha, knew that food wasn't what it used to be. They wanted to make it better—by creating a new kind of farm. A farm that can grow up to 300 times more food than an open-field farm on a smaller footprint, without use of herbicides, pesticides, or other chemicals that you don’t want in your food. A farm powered with 100% renewable energy, growing with 95% less water and delivering food within 48 hours, for longer freshness for our customers and less food waste. 

80 Acres Farms is a vertical farming leader, operating commercial farms in Ohio, Kentucky, and soon Georgia in addition to research and development farms in Arkansas and The Hague, Netherlands. All farms utilize state-of-the-art technology and analytics developed by the company's subsidiary, Infinite Acres.  

80 Acres Farms-branded salads, microgreens, herbs, and tomatoes are available at retailers and food service distributors from Michigan to Florida, including Kroger, Whole Foods, The Fresh Market, Dorothy Lane Markets, Sysco, and US Foods. 80 Acres Farms is supported by world-class investors and partners, including General Atlantic, Siemens, Barclays, Ocado, and Signify Philips. 

If you're interested in making a difference, join our team and help us change how the world eats.  

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join our team. This position is responsible for all shipping & receiving needs within our company and our farm locations. To be successful in this role the candidate will be able to work independently and within a team. We work together as a team daily and value dependability and reliability. Our team completes their DOT Driver certification through the company upon hire.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Unload shipment as necessary and route goods to appropriate storage areas


• Ensure proper paperwork and inspect the quality of goods when receiving


• Ensure that each received item has arrived at the appropriate location and is accounted for


• Organize storage area daily to insure FIFO method is followed (First in first out)


• Picking finished product required to fulfill customer order


• Develop mailing and shipping labels for outgoing products


• Determine the method of shipment, prepare bills, invoices, etc.


• Organize customer orders for easy shipping


• May operate machinery when loading, unloading, and transporting goods


• Ensure proper and reliable communication with suppliers and sales team


• Manage inventory/organization within storage areas to ensure safety and accountability


• Transport product; Drive a box truck


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience with a box truck and forklift driving or willingness to learn


• Ability to operate machinery, use a ladder, & lift 50 lbs.


• Valid driver’s license 


• Ability to pass a DOT physical & certification 


• Box truck driving experience is a plus

Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Basic computer proficiency


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Fast-paced worker


• Detail and quality oriented


• Strong sense of time organization and urgency


• Knows safe storage and handling procedures for various materials and goods

BENEFITS WE OFFER YOU

At 80 Acres, we believe taking care of our people is just as important as taking care of our plants. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your family, and your future.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one


• At least 2 weeks of paid vacation, plus a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick time


• 10 paid holidays


• Paid parental leave


• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match


• Company-paid life insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Paid time off, sick time, and leave benefits are offered in accordance with state and local laws and may vary depending on where you work.

ABOUT OUR HIRING PRACTICES

Statistics show that underrepresented communities don’t apply for a job unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. Don’t worry if you think you can’t check every box on the list; we’ll provide all the on-the-job training you need.

80 Acres Farms is an equal-opportunity employer. You’re defined by more than just your job title, and we want you to feel comfortable bringing your true self to work. We value your talents, your traditions, your take on the world, and everything else that makes you unique. We strive to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. 

80 Acres Farms participates in E-Verify. As required by law, your employment with the Company is contingent upon you providing legal proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. All candidates will be given the same consideration.