What are the responsibilities and job description for the Greenhouse Team Member position at Old Soul's Farms?
We operate a year round hydroponic greenhouse, growing lettuces. We are looking for a few high energy folks, interested in working hands-on in the greenhouse. This is a physically demanding position. You will be exposed to both hot and cold temperatures and getting wet on a daily basis. You will be on your feet all day.
Duties:
- Maintain food safe environment by always wearing hairnet, beardnet, nitrile gloves, apron, boots.
- Lift and carry channels and rafts heavy with water and plants to harvesting rack.
- Harvest plants safely using a knife.
- Help irrigate crops and maintain irrigation systems.
- Clean/sanitize grow space and work area.
- Operate channel washer.
- Operate raft washer.
- Transplant plants.
- Prepare lettuce for shipment, bagging and boxing.
Requirements:
- Basic math skills for measuring and calculating quantities
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including heavy lifting, squatting, crouching, sweeping, and squeegeeing, pushing, pulling and reaching.
- Previous experience in food production, plant nursery or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Ability to communicate and work with others respectfully and effectively.
- Have accurate vision to identify plant illness or pest issues.
- Okay with the following restrictions: No jewelry. No watches. No cell phones. No nail polish. No makeup. No perfumes. No artificial nails or eyelashes. No gum chewing.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Year round work
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Paris, OH 43072: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person