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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 food service 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.

We are looking for a results-driven leader to assist in overseeing production. The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing and be comfortable in change management. Great people skills and grit are essential, as well as the ability to ensure the team works collaboratively to drive results.

• Supervising innovative tech food production/packaging department with a strong focus on delivery, people management, safety, quality
• Assist in hiring, developing, coaching, and managing a team of hourly employees. Drive expectations, standards, and culture in alignment with overarching Company culture and values
• Drive continuous improvement to increase yield, reduce cost, and improve quality
• Partner closely cross-functionally to solve problems related to growing, process improvement, quality, maintenance, etc.
• Ensure that impeccable standards for food safety, GMPs, and process controls met while also meeting production standards.
• Engage in people processes across the site including performance management, recruiting and staffing, training, and employee development
• Maintain an open dialogue with commercial teams regarding product availability and forecasting
• Follow all safety requirements and maintain a safe work environment for all team members
• Other duties as assigned

• 1+ years in food production and/or operations roles with progressive leadership experience
• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, science, engineering or business or equivalent experience preferred

• Knowledge of food sanitation processes, procedures, and standards
• Positive and professional communication skills. Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization including hourly, peer, and leadership
• Solid people management skills including coaching, performance management, and hands on development
• Willingness and aptitude to engage in continuous learning about indoor crop production and maintenance as well as the broader controlled environment/vertical farming industry
• Strong problem solving and agility to operate in an environment with developing processes, coupled with ability to implement processes and standards
• Willingness and ability to weekends, holidays, and/or off shift hours when required
• Experience in a LEAN manufacturing environment

Working 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.