Aquaponics Operations Associate

JOB SUMMARY

The incumbent for this position is a detail-oriented and reliable Aquaponics Operations Associate to support the cultivation, harvesting, packaging, and maintenance of vegetables and greens in a controlled environment. This role involves following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure product quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Harvesting Operations:

- Perform Complete Harvests by cutting plants at the base while preserving root integrity.

- Conduct Cut & Come Harvesting to allow regrowth, ensuring minimal damage to plants.

- Remove damaged or unhealthy leaves during harvest.

- Label and store harvested products accurately with lot numbers and dates.

Packaging:

- Follow SOPs for Packaging Leafy Greens, including:

- Handwashing and sanitation protocols.

- Use of clean equipment and materials.

- Safe handling and labeling of packaged products.

- Proper storage of finished goods.

Greenhouse Maintenance:

- Execute daily and weekly tasks as per the Greenhouse Schedule, including:

- Cleaning floors, pest pots, and hydroponic systems.

- Watering plants and checking water quality, testing water chemicals and ensuring they are recorded in FarmHub.

- Transplanting seedlings and seeding new crops.

- Participating in scheduled meetings and project reviews.

- Monitoring, feeding and replacement of fish and associated water temperatures.

- Maintaining the equilibrium between fish and crop health.

- Ordering and maintaining of chemicals and fish food.

Marketing & Financial:

- Work with Activities Dept to organize events for residents about the Greenhouse

- Keep monthly budgets of growth and usage

- Recording key data related to fish and vegetable growth using the FarmHub system.

- Report to senior management on the health and progress of the farm.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Experience in agriculture, horticulture, or greenhouse operations preferred.

- Must have food safety certification.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Skills, Abilities & Competencies:

- Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain cleanliness standards.

- Strong organizational and time-management skills.

- Ability to work with budgets and spreadsheets.

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.