Market Garden Pack Shed Lead

ABOUT TABULA RASA FARMS

Tabula Rasa Farms is a 440 acre, diversified, regenerative farm that sits amongst the foothills of Oregon’s Coast Range, 4 miles west of Carlton, OR. We have an integrated livestock and garden operation where we raise grass-fed/grass-finished cattle, forested and pasture-raised heritage breed hogs, laying hens, and turkeys. Our 3 acre market garden runs a 4-season program growing 140 varieties of vegetables and fruits supporting local restaurants and a CSA program.

Tabula Rasa Farms is part of the ecosystem of The Ground which is based in the beautiful Willamette Valley. The Ground is a business that connects farm, food, and people through hospitality.

WHY WE NEED YOU

We are seeking a highly organized, dependable, and team-oriented individual to lead our seasonal pack shed operations during the busiest part of the growing season. This role is guaranteed through January, with the potential to grow into a longer-term opportunity for the right candidate.

The Market Garden Pack Shed Lead works closely with the Farm Operations Manager, Field Lead and garden team to oversee the daily flow of produce through the pack shed. This position is responsible for leading and delegating tasks to the pack shed team, ensuring produce is properly cleaned, sorted, packed, organized, and prepared for CSA/garden shares and customer deliveries.

This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to lead a team efficiently while maintaining quality standards and timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily pack shed operations including washing, sorting, bunching, packing, and organizing produce for distribution
• Delegate tasks to team members based on strengths, skills, and daily operational needs
• Ensure all CSA/garden share orders and customer deliveries are packed accurately and efficiently
• Maintain high standards for cleanliness, food safety, organization, and quality control within the pack shed
• Coordinate workflow and prioritize tasks to meet harvest and delivery timelines
• Assist with inventory tracking, labeling, and light record keeping
• Communicate clearly with the Farm Operations Manager regarding daily production needs, staffing, and operational issues Support harvest and field work as needed during peak periods
• Help maintain pack shed tools, wash stations, coolers, and workspaces
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and productive team environment