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Kalera

Production Team Member III

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Oishii

R&D Farm Operator (Overnight)

Phillipsburg, NJ · On-site

$20/hr

Collaborate with Expert growers, Plant Scientists and leadership to gain knowledge in setting up experiments, vertical farming technologies, IPM, chemical safety, and food safety expertise. * Work ...

Kalera

Quality Assurance Technician

Humble, TX · On-site

$12/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Member I

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Member III

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Lead

Humble, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

CDL Driver

Humble, TX · On-site

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Member III

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Director of Construction

Orlando, FL · On-site

As the technology leadersin urban vertical farming,Kalerafocuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010,Kalerahas ...

Kalera

Maintenance Technician I

Humble, TX · On-site

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Director of Construction

Orlando, FL · On-site

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Maintenance Technician I

Humble, TX · On-site

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Warehouse Team Lead

Orlando, FL · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Quality Assurance Technician I

Aurora, CO · On-site

$16/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Member II

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

CDL Driver

Aurora, CO · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Member II

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Quality Assurance Technician

Humble, TX · On-site

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Warehouse Team Lead

Orlando, FL · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

Kalera

Production Team Member II

Humble, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments. Founded in 2010 ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for vertical farming in the United States is $50,833.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is vertical farming?

A Vertical Farming job involves working in the agricultural industry to grow crops in vertically stacked layers, often using hydroponic, aeroponic, or aquaponic systems. These roles can include farm operations, crop management, system maintenance, research, and technology development. Employees may work in controlled indoor environments to optimize plant growth and resource efficiency. Vertical farming professionals help improve sustainability by reducing land use, water consumption, and transportation costs.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in vertical farming?

In a vertical farming role, your day may begin with monitoring climate control systems, checking nutrient levels, and inspecting plant health in multiple stacked layers or growth modules. You'll likely use specialized software and sensors to log data and adjust environmental settings for optimal crop yield. Daily tasks often include sowing seeds, transplanting seedlings, harvesting crops, and performing maintenance on both agricultural and technical equipment. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team—ranging from horticulturists to engineers—is common, as is troubleshooting any unexpected challenges with crop growth or systems. This dynamic work environment combines hands-on plant care with the latest agricultural technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in vertical farming?

To succeed in vertical farming, you’ll need expertise in plant science, hydroponics or aeroponics, and experience in greenhouse or controlled-environment agriculture, often supported by a degree in agriculture, biology, or horticulture. Familiarity with automation systems, environmental control technology, and data analytics for crop monitoring is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective teamwork are important soft skills for this collaborative and innovative field. These abilities are critical for ensuring healthy crop production, efficient farm operation, and for adapting to rapidly advancing agri-tech environments.

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Production Team Member III

Kalera

Humble, TX • On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Description
Position: Production Team Member III
Department/Location: Houston Production Facility
Reports To: Houston Production Team Lead, Production Manager and/or Houston Assistant General Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
COMPANY:
Headquartered in Orlando, FL, Kalera is a science and technology-driven company dedicated to growing the very best possible produce; it is smart horticulture at its best. As the technology leaders in urban vertical farming, Kalera focuses on clean, safe, healthy, tasty greens and on the efficiencies of growing locally in controlled environments.
Founded in 2010, Kalera has, over several years, perfected unique hydroponic growing methods combining optimized nutrients and light recipes, precise environmental controls, and clean room standards to produce safe, highly nutritious, pesticide-free, non-GMO vegetables with consistent high quality and longer shelf life year-round. With indoor facilities situated right where the demand is, Kalera is able to supply an abundance of produce locally, eliminating the need for long distance shipping. This means Kalera can ensure the highest quality and freshness by delivering product to customers within hours of harvest year-round. Kalera's plants grow while consuming 95% less water compared to field farming.
Kalera has recently opened a new state-of-the-art growing facility in Orlando, FL. With an annual output of over five million heads of lettuce per year, this new facility is the highest production volume vertical farm in the Southeast US. The rapidly constructed facility also demonstrates Kalera's ability to quickly build and open farms around the US and internationally. Having recently announced new facilities in Atlanta, Houston, and Denver to open in early 2021, Kalera has aggressive near-term expansion plans both domestically and internationally.
For more information, please visit www.kalera.com, along with supplemental media coverage:
• Kalera film
• Global Newswire article - Kalera opens new vertical farming facility in Orlando
• Forbes article - farm of the future
• Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue Visits Kalera
• Orlando Sentinel Article
Consider applying here if you want to:
  • Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
  • Develop lasting relationships with great people.
  • Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

Summary:Production Team Members would be responsible for safely and efficiently operating Type II Standup Lifts (Order Picker) in a fast-paced production environment while ensuring safety standards are met. Responsible for daily operations and transplanting plants and harvest works.
Reports/Relationships:
The Production Team Member III Reports to the Production Team Lead, Production Manager and/or Assistant General Manager.
Essential Duties:
  • Operating Type II Stand up Lift (Order Picker) order picker in transplanting (stocking) and harvesting (picking) activities.
  • Understand and follow facility safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation. Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required.
  • Routinely clean and maintain equipment and facility.
  • Perform duties in a timely manner.
  • Understand and follow food safety policies and procedures. Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required.
  • Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards.
  • Ability to work in all assigned areas of production; perform relief duties when required.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
  • Able to stand, bend and stretch for 8 hours while performing repetitive work in the transplanting and harvesting of products.
  • Dependable, motivated, and able to work any days of the designated shifts outlined above.
  • Able to work and learn quickly.
  • Good written and verbal skills.
  • Basic food safety knowledge.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Adherence to food safety laws is essential.
  • Other duties as deemed necessary.

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Prior experience operating a Type II Stand up Lift (Order Picker)
  • Prior experience in a food-processing or production operation
  • Preferred interest in plant science
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and routinely lift up to 25 lbs. stocking and picking within narrow aisle racks.
  • Must be able to follow instructions and meet production quotas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Kalera, Inc. all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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