Assistant Site Manager
Zordi
Administration, People & HR, Operations
United States
Posted on Feb 14, 2025
Job Overview
Zordi, a pioneering AgTech company focused on making Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) hyper-scalable, is looking for an experienced, hands-on Assistant Site Manager to oversee our expanding strawberry greenhouse farm in Vineland, NJ. As part of a fast-growing team, you'll play a key role in managing daily farm operations, optimizing productivity, and incorporating innovative technology to drive results. You will work with the Site Manager to lead greenhouse associates and ensure the farm operates at peak efficiency with a high standard of crop care.
Primary Focus: Overseeing day-to-day farm activities while directly supporting crop care alongside associates.
Expected hours
Why Zordi?
Join Zordi to advance your career in agriculture operations management within a technology-forward, collaborative environment. Our team values innovation, growth, and sustainability, and we're excited to find a leader who shares our vision of making CEA scalable for the future of farming.
If you're a motivated, adaptable leader passionate about high-tech agriculture and team-oriented operations, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and help us grow the future of farming.
Zordi, a pioneering AgTech company focused on making Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) hyper-scalable, is looking for an experienced, hands-on Assistant Site Manager to oversee our expanding strawberry greenhouse farm in Vineland, NJ. As part of a fast-growing team, you'll play a key role in managing daily farm operations, optimizing productivity, and incorporating innovative technology to drive results. You will work with the Site Manager to lead greenhouse associates and ensure the farm operates at peak efficiency with a high standard of crop care.
Primary Focus: Overseeing day-to-day farm activities while directly supporting crop care alongside associates.
Expected hours
- 40-50 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch)
- Saturday or Sunday, half to full day shift
- Holiday shifts
- System Maintenance: Support site maintenance efforts, troubleshoot basic site issues, and escalate more complex repairs as needed.
- Record Keeping & Inventory: Maintain accurate records for tracking purposes, including inventory management for inputs and equipment.
- Staff & Operations Coordination: Work alongside teams responsible for plant care, harvesting, and packing.
- Hands-On Scouting & Crop Registration: Regularly scout plants alongside associates, documenting crop health and addressing any immediate concerns with the Grower to support timely interventions.
- Food Safety & Compliance: Adhere to food safety standards and maintain a safe work environment for all employees.
- Incorporate Zordi proprietary technology.
- 1-2 years in greenhouse production, with experience managing teams and shift work.
- Comfortable with manual tasks and direct supervision in greenhouse workflows.
- Comfortable working on Google Suite (Sheets, Words, Forms) etc. and various digital tools.
- Proficient in Spanish & English.
- Knowledgeable across operational and technical matters in greenhouse production.
- Skilled in equipment maintenance (irrigation, HVAC, etc.) and general operational troubleshooting.
- Ability to work in varied conditions, lift 50 lbs, and perform repetitive physical tasks
- Holds Forklift Operator Certification (or must obtain within the first 2 weeks of onboarding).
Why Zordi?
Join Zordi to advance your career in agriculture operations management within a technology-forward, collaborative environment. Our team values innovation, growth, and sustainability, and we're excited to find a leader who shares our vision of making CEA scalable for the future of farming.
If you're a motivated, adaptable leader passionate about high-tech agriculture and team-oriented operations, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and help us grow the future of farming.