Farm Fulfillment Associate
Maple Wind Farm
1149 E Main Street
Richmond, VT 05495
United States
Job description
Come participate in Vermont’s local food system through the fulfillment and delivery of regeneratively-grown, pasture-raised meats. Help build a retail-focused distribution system to bring more food to our direct community. Join a team of hard-working individuals who support, teach, and learn from each other every day.
The Farm
Maple Wind Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef. The core of our agricultural mission centers around daily moves of our livestock, providing animals with the freshest pasture possible, while regenerating soil & water resources. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring these high-quality, regenerative proteins directly to our discerning customers.
The Position
We’re seeking a detail-oriented, passionate individual to become our Fulfillment Associate. This position works closely with the Fulfilment Lead and General Manager in a number of fulfillment tasks, including (but not limited to):
- Packing wholesale and home delivery orders one day per week.
- Packing orders for on-farm pickups.
- Accurately tracking and maintaining inventory.
- Delivering Wholesale and home delivery products one day per week.
- Maintenance of our on-farm, self-service store.
- Interaction with customers answering questions related to our products and farming practices.
- Tracking inventory and organization of our freezer
- This position requires staff to drive a box truck and lift items up to 50 lbs.
Benefits for the position include:
- Wages ranging from $17-19/hour, D.O.E.
- A 4-day workweek, 1 weekend day required (10-hour days, 3 days off/week)
- Access to free meats and eggs when available.
- Staff discount at our on-farm and online stores.
Workers Compensation Insurance
Experience with retail sales, order fulfillment, and inventory is preferred but not required - we are willing to train the right candidate! Customer service, attention to detail and flexibility are a large part of this position. A relative tolerance for cold is required, as you will be spending time in both our walk-in cooler and freezer. Availability to work one weekend day is also a requirement. We are a dynamic farm with many departments, we have a culture of remaining flexible to help other departments if needed.
Why Should You Apply?
- A farm culture that is built on principles of integrity and respect.
- Our location is just 20 minutes away from Burlington, with easy access to outdoor pursuits such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking and swimming.
- We offer competitive wages and benefits, and hold a strong commitment to a 4-day work week.
- Directly contributing to the functioning of a local food system, while contributing to the success of a farm dedicated to regenerating soil and water resources.
Interested?
Please email our Farm Director, Lindsay St. Pierre. Send a resume & 2-3 paragraphs outlining a bit about yourself, relevant experience/education, and why you’re interested in the position. Looking forward to hearing from you!