Line Lead

Job Title: Line Lead

At 80 Acres Farms, we're on a mission to change the way the world eatsand 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 resourcesusing 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 environmentmaking 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.

The Impact You'll Make

We are looking for a Line Lead who takes pride in their work and is interested in being a part of a company that is changing the way the world eats. You will support the mission by assisting the team to succeed by driving standards in Safety, Quality, Accuracy and Production. Our Line Leads help their team succeed by having open and transparent communication and being a resource for team members to learn and grow.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Team Leadership

• Assist with interview process and tours
• In collaboration with Farm Supervisor, manage Team Member monthly training
• Ensuring the team is operating packaging machinery in a safe and efficient manner

Department Metrics

• Manage yield expectations and daily task progress to meet target

Setup and Start Up checks

• Perform quality checks on all equipment
• Complete Pre-Op checklist

Daily Checks and Measurements

• General Operations: Ensuring team PPE is worn correctly and verifying status of Work Orders with maintenance
• Department checks: Verify checklist and tasks are completed on time and correctly
• End-of-Day tasks: Cleaning and PPE supplies restocked, aged prop trays disposal, tools returned to storage areas and documentation

Environment

• Repetitive motion throughout the shift
• Standing or walking for a long duration of time
• Exposure to heights when working on the grow area
• Lifting up to 50lbs

What You Bring

• 1+ year packing experience in a food production environment
• Knowledge of GMPs
• Ability to identify and report updates and possible deficiencies that could compromise food safety
• Organizational skills and consistency, ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize
• Detail and quality oriented
• Ability to delegate tasks to team members

Working at 80 Acres Farms

At 80 Acres Farms, 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.

Our Hiring Commitment

80 Acres Farms is proud to be 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, 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.