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 and are accustomed to manual labor-intensive jobs.

Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry is a plus but 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 DOStart up and shutdown of Denester, Scales, Tray Sealer, Metal Detector, Check Weigher, and Labeler.

Basic troubleshooting of all unit ops incorporated in the packaging line Completing all Operator GFSI task and documentation.

Giving direction to PAs working on the Multivac line.

Minimize downtime during breakdowns, and changeovers.

Track line KPIs (Startup time, Ramp up time, Quality Rejects, etc.

Change film, labels, and ribbons.

Perform standard Packhouse Production Assistant duties as needed (see below)
Stock Raw Materials after shut down and as needed.

Basic sanitation task as needed to keep equipment clean and operational.

Basic troubleshooting of equipment

Communicate clearly and operate the line with a sense of  addition to the specific Machine Operator duties, the individual may also have PH PA duties which will include:

Packing containers of fresh leafy greens and herbs.

Identifying unacceptable quality product to discard

Sorting and selecting high quality product to pack Filling containers to an accurate weight using scales

Properly handling product and containers to maximize shelf life and appearance to the company's expectations

Performing repetitive tasks at a consistent pace which meets productivity expectations

Labelling, boxing, and staging product materials and supplies

Handling, organizing, and loading production supplies and equipment

Assisting 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 assigned

WHO YOU ARE Authorized to work in the USAble to lift 50 pounds

Able to stand for a full 8-hour shift

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

Must be able to work in 55 degree temperatures

WHO WE AREGotham Greens is an indoor farming company and a fresh food brand on a mission to transform the way we approach our food system, putting people and the planet at the forefront. Gotham Greens produces and delivers long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings, dips, and cooking sauces all year round to retail, restaurant, and food service customers.

A Certified B Corporation, Gotham Greens sustainably grows high-quality produce using up to 90% less water and 97% less land than conventional farming through its national network of climate-controlled, high-tech greenhouses across America, including locations in New York, Illinois, Rhode Island, Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, and California.

Since its launch in 2011, Gotham Greens has grown from a single urban rooftop greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., to one of the largest hydroponic leafy green producers in North America. For more information, visit
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