Quality Technician 3

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At 80 Acres Farms , we're on a mission to change the way the world eats—and we're looking for people who want to help us do it.

We grow pesticide-free salads, herbs, microgreens, and salad kits in smart vertical farms that produce more food with far fewer resources—using up to 95% less water and renewable electricity, with no reliance on weather or seasons. Our produce is available in more than 17,000 retail locations nationwide, including Kroger, Whole Foods, HEB, and The Fresh Market, and reaches foodservice partners across the country year-round.

What makes this possible is a combination of people, technology, and purpose. Our proprietary growing platform, developed by our technology subsidiary, Infinite Acres, provides our teams with real-time data and control over every aspect of the growing environment—making our farms among the most advanced in the world. We operate commercial farms in Ohio, Kentucky, Georgia, Texas, South Carolina, and Colorado, packhouses in Indiana, Virginia, and Washington, and research and development facilities in Arkansas, Israel, and the Netherlands.

We've grown significantly through the acquisitions of Kalera and Soli Organic, and we're just getting started.

If you're passionate about sustainability, food, and building something that matters, we'd love to have you on the team.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Quality Technician 3 is responsible for driving the 80 Acres quality and food safety program across all processes at the site. With strong understanding of Food Safety and Quality principles the Quality & Safety Technician will lead site quality & safety team members to perform process audits, monitoring and verification checks, shelf-life evaluations and collection of food safety and quality data as applicable.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Monitor and verify compliance with food safety and quality programs and procedures on a day-to-day basis.
• Ability to lead quality & safety teams on a day-to-day basis and as a backup for site Quality lead.
• Deliver training to ensure seamless execution of tasks for new operations and processes.
• Identify, escalate, and investigate food safety and quality opportunities at the site, including through corrective action implementation.
• Ensure site compliance with food safety regulations.
• Execute quality, safety and continuous improvement projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years’ experience in quality or food safety in food processing environment.
• Proficient in use of computer systems and programs including detailed data collection.
• HACCP or PCQI certification, preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Degree or applicable experience in Agriculture, Food Science, Chemistry (Preferred)

ENVIRONMENT

• Repetitive motion throughout the shift
• Standing or walking for a long duration of time
• Crouching and kneeling
• Lifting upto 50lbs
• Will be exposed to 39-degree temperatures when working in the leafy packaging area

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 to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and to 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.