Pete's Greens is looking for dependable, hardworking people to join our Washhouse and Vegetable Packing Crew . This is a year-round, indoor position focused on preparing our organic vegetables for CSA members and wholesale customers. Daily work includes washing, trimming, sorting, weighing, packing, and organizing vegetables as part of a busy and collaborative crew. We are looking for people who enjoy physical work, work well with others, and take pride in doing a job carefully and efficiently. Previous farm or vegetable experience is helpful, but it is not required. We are happy to train people who are reliable, willing to learn, and ready to work hard. What You'll Do Wash, trim, sort, weigh, and pack organic vegetables Prepare vegetable orders for CSA shares and wholesale customers Check produce for quality and follow packing standards Keep work areas clean, organized, and food-safe Lift and move crates, bins, and boxes of vegetables throughout the day Work closely with other crew members to complete daily packing and production goals Learn new tasks and assist with other washhouse work as needed We're Looking for Someone Who Is Reliable and punctual Hardworking and comfortable with a physically active job Able to work efficiently while still paying attention to detail A good communicator and team member Willing to learn new skills and take direction Attentive to vegetable quality and packing accuracy Comfortable working in a busy production environment Comfortable with basic math, including weighing, counting, and quantities Able to frequently lift approximately 25-30 lbs , with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs Good-humored and willing to pitch in wherever needed An interest in farming, local food, or organic vegetables is a plus, but the most important things to us are reliability, teamwork, a strong work ethic, and willingness to learn. Schedule This is a year-round position , and we are open to both regular full-time employees and people who are looking to work particular days of the week.
Our typical washhouse schedule is:
Monday:
8:00 AM-4:30
PM Tuesday:
7:00 AM-4:30
PM Wednesday:
Variable and often a day off
Thursday:
8:00 AM-4:30
PM Friday:
7:00 AM-4:30 PM If you are only available certain weekdays, we still encourage you to apply and let us know your availability. Benefits Employee discount How to Apply If this sounds like a good fit, please send us your resume and a short cover letter or introduction telling us a little about yourself, your availability, and why you are interested in the position. We will review applications and contact qualified candidates to schedule an interview or working interview. Learn more about Pete's Greens at www.petesgreens.com .
Pay:
$17.00 - $19.00 per hour Expected hours: 24.0 - 40.0 per week Application Question(s): What weekdays are you available to work with us? Have you ever worked on a farm or with vegetables? If so, please describe what this job/work entailed. Have you ever worked in a warehouse or production-type environment? If so, please describe that work. What about this job opportunity interests you? Why do you feel this job would be a good fit for you?