Packhouse Lead

The Packhouse Lead supports the Packhouse Supervisor by coordinating daily packing operations; directing and training Packhouse Production Assistants and Packhouse Machine Operators; promoting employee and food safety; and maintaining production flow, product quality, accurate documentation, and clear communication.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

Tier 1 Responsibilities 

Team Leadership and Training 

• Train and manage Packhouse Production Assistants and Packhouse Machine Operators on packing procedures, quality standards, and safe product handling. 

• Lead by example to maintain a positive and productive work environment. 

• Monitor and motivate the team to meet or exceed packing targets. 

• Provide general coaching and feedback to improve individual and team performance, and escalate concerns to the Packhouse Supervisor when necessary. 

Employee and Food Safety Compliance  

• Follow the facility GMPs. 

• Execute daily processes that enforce food safety protocols and maintain compliance. 

• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system and quality programs. 

• Report GMP, food safety policy, and workplace safety or OSHA violations to the Packhouse Supervisor to help maintain a safe and productive work environment. 

• Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of packhouse equipment, workstations, and storage areas. 

• Monitor for signs of plant disease or cross-contamination and report concerns to the Packhouse Supervisor. 

• Understand the documentation required for each process and accurately complete QC Verifications, PRLs, and temperature logs. 

Production and Efficiency 

• Maintain smooth production flow by coordinating with line backers and runners and ensuring an appropriate supply of products and materials. 

• Oversee accurate execution of daily production schedules and coordinate with the Packhouse Supervisor when adjustments are needed to meet order requirements. 

• Manage seamless changeovers between SKUs to minimize downtime and support continuous packing operations. 

• Work with Packhouse Machine Operators to ensure proper equipment setup and operation, including Marco machine settings. 

• Track productivity measures, including pack times, case counts, and production efficiency, and routinely share progress with the Packhouse Supervisor. 

Coordination and Communication 

• Collaborate with the Harvest/QC Lead to maintain a steady product supply for packing. 

• Coordinate with the Packhouse Supervisor and Harvest Lead to establish efficient break and lunch schedules. 

• Communicate daily with the Packhouse Supervisor about production performance, employee efficiency, and equipment troubleshooting. 

• Manage the creation and staging of boxes to support daily production needs. 

• Prepare pack lines at the end of each shift to ensure readiness for the following day. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Meet the eligibility requirements applicable to the assigned tier, including company tenure requirements and no outstanding disciplinary actions. 

• Satisfactorily perform all lower-tier responsibilities in accordance with company standard operating procedures before advancing to the next tier. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 

• Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift. 

• Valid authorization to work in the United States. 

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities 

• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Desire to grow and expand knowledge of food safety rules and regulations. 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-leadership skills. 

• Ability to coach employees, coordinate production activities, and escalate concerns appropriately. 

• Ability to maintain accurate operational, quality-control, sanitation, and production records. 

• Ability to use production data to identify bottlenecks and improve packhouse efficiency; higher tiers require increased proficiency with scheduling, Data Master, and Sage or Oracle systems. 

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. Founded in 2009, the company opened its first greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., shortly thereafter. Today, Gotham Greens operates +1,500,000 square feet of high-tech greenhouse in 12 locations across nine U.S. states. 

Our team of 600+ full time team members are hard-working, 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. Applicant interest only; please no external recruiters. 

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