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Farm Associate (Temporary to Hire)

Lanai City, Lanai, Hawaii

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Founded by global technology pioneer, Larry Ellison and esteemed physician and author, Dr. David Agus, Sensei Ag is a market-changing AgTech company on a journey to improve human nutrition. Our greenhouse farms align technology with the environment to protect and preserve natural resources, while optimizing how we grow food. Merging agriculture and innovation to achieve sustainable farming practices allows us to grow high-quality, delicious produce year-round.

WHERE IS THIS JOB LOCATED?

This is TEMPORARY ON-SITE position located in Lanai City, Lanai, Hawaii

COMPENSATION

$18.36 / hour, Non-Exempt

ABOUT THE ROLE

Sensei Ag is hiring Farm Associates to be in charge of everything needed to keep crops healthy, productive, and in great shape. They're also responsible for packing fruits, vegetables, and doing other jobs that help the farm run smoothly.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Your main goal is to ensure the health and condition of crops are maintained. This involves tasks like planting and transplanting seedlings, helping vine crops grow, and removing shoots.
  • You'll also help with harvesting, weighing, and packing produce, making sure it's graded and packaged correctly.
  • It's important to keep an eye out for any signs of insect or disease damage, as well as food safety issues.
  • Your workspace should always be clean and organized.
  • Operate farm equipment safely. 
  • Regular communication with your Team Lead to report any quality issues or damage.
  • Ensure all actions comply with SOPs, occupational safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, and company policies and procedures to meet expectations consistently.
  • Additional duties as needed or required by management.

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED TO APPLY?

  • Experience working in a light industrial environment.
  • Able to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Must be comfortable with heights and using ladders.
  • Able to work in greenhouses with varying environmental conditions, such as heat, UV exposure or a cold packing room.
  • Able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Able stand for long periods, including walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
  • Comply with follow food safety practices.
  • Have reliable transportation to get to work.

Bonus points if you have...

  • Farming or greenhouse experience. 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • High School diploma or equivalent.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

Sensei Ag is expanding and seeking highly skilled individuals to be part of our team. Experience a dynamic and collaborative work culture  as we revolutionize health and the future of food. We are looking for individuals who are intelligent, yet humble, dedicated and genuine, with grit and lots of it! Become a part of our team today!

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

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