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NOW HIRING: TOMATO CREW COORDINATOR
04/21/16 — Farm
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Position Title: Tomato Crew Coordinator
Location: Austin Department: Seasonal Tomato Crew
Reports To: Farm Manager; Operations Manager
Supervises: Tomato Crew Members, Tomato Cooler Inventory Manager
Position Summary:
Johnson’s Backyard Garden (JBG) is seeking a Tomato Crew Coordinator for the upcoming tomato harvest. This is a seasonal position, though workers demonstrating dedication and a strong work ethic may be considered for other opportunities within JBG after the season has ended. Tomatoes are an important crop at JBG and require careful attention. The Tomato Crew Coordinator serves as the leader for the Tomato Crew, coordinating with a diverse set of individuals to direct tomatoes from the point of harvest to the fulfillment of orders, achieving the highest quality of product. The Tomato Crew Coordinator is responsible for overseeing a crew of four who assist in implementation of duties, as well as supervising and working closely alongside the Tomato Cooler Inventory Manager to ensure that all tomato orders are properly fulfilled and tomato inventory is utilized to the greatest capacity possible. Both the Tomato Crew Coordinator and Tomato Cooler Inventory Manager work closely with other department heads (Wholesale, Restaurant, CSA, Farmers Markets, Farm Administrator, and Harvest Crew) to understand, communicate, and implement plans that match needs and availability. All in all, the Tomato Crew Coordinator is a dynamic position that is responsible for managing the sorting, packaging, and fulfillment of all tomato orders, with oversight on the Cooler Inventory.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and facilitate tomato crew members in the completion of all sorting, packing, and fulfillment related tasks, including:
- Tallying orders and communicating needs to Farm Administrator and Harvest Crew leaders
- Prepping tomato line by way of sanitizing, pallet placing, bin washing, etc.
- Receiving & unloading tomato trucks; communicating with Tomato Courier to ensure proper transition and maintenance of quality between two farm locations
- Sorting tomatoes by type, size, color, and grade/quality
- Packing and fulfilling orders with proper organization
- Ensure an efficient work flow among Tomato Crew
- Ensure a clean and sanitary work environment
- Ensure highest quality of product and maximum efficiency of product use
- Identifies any quality issues and quickly communicates them to the harvest manager and appropriate departments
- Oversee Tomato Crew and work effectively alongside Tomato Cooler Inventory Manager to ensure smooth processing of all tasks
- Assist Tomato Cooler Inventory Manager in the completion of their tasks by way of crew member allocation or hands-on assistance with organization, sorting, and packing in cooler
- Reports any facility maintenance and repair issues to the Operations Manager in a timely fashion
- Occasionally assist Garfield team with harvest of tomatoes, if need arises
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with other department heads and team leaders to achieve tasks and goals listed above
Qualifications
Required
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in a high-stress environment
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize among a wide array of responsibilities
- An outgoing and friendly attitude! Ability to create a positive team dynamic is key, utilizing both interpersonal skills and maintaining excellent organization.
- Flexible schedule and willingness to achieve the tasks required during the peak seasonal demands
- Previous experience in a management or supervisory position
- Computer competency
- Previous experience on a field crew or working with tomato production
- Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets
- Desire to contribute ideas and improve tomato systems with time
- An interest in agriculture and promotion of local and organic farming
- Ability to work cross-culturally; Spanish proficiency
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs
- Ability to repeatedly kneel, bend, and squat
- Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions
- Ability to withstand prolonged standing or walking
Schedule: This is a seasonal position, with the start date beginning in May, and end date falling in July. The expected hours are Monday through Friday, 12:00 pm until end of shift. This position requires particular flexibility as there are likely fluctuations in hours due to peak demands.
Compensation & Benefits: $11/hour is paid bi-weekly, with an end of season bonus. The end of season bonus is calculated according to the total number of hours worked over the course of the season; $1 for every hour worked over the course of the season.
Directions for Applying:
Please send an email to jobs@jbgorganic.com with the following format. Following specific directions is the first way to impress us!
- Subject Line should read “[Job Title]: [First Initial]_[Last Name]” … For example, “Planting Crew Coordinator: J_Smith”
- Email body should be short & sweet - help us notice you! Ensure that it contains your contact information.
- Attach three documents to your email, ensuring that their file names are clear: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume 3) List containing contact information of two professional references
Thank you for your interest in JBG Organic! You will be contacted for further information if we find that you might be a good fit for this position.
The responsibilities & duties listed above are intended to communicate general priorities of this position, but should not be understood as an exhaustive list of all work requirements to be completed at JBG Organic. Farms require flexibility! We are committed to training, developing, and promoting from within the company based on performance.
JBG Organic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, or sexual orientation.
