Location: Laughing Child Farm – Pawlet, VT
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (4 days × 10-hour shifts)
Compensation: $20 starting
Start Date: January 2026
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About Laughing Child Farm
Laughing Child Farm is a small, family-run farm producing high-quality sweet potatoes for regional markets. We value hard work, kindness, reliability, and a healthy, supportive workplace.
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Position Summary
The Wash & Pack Crew Member is responsible for washing, sorting, grading, and packing sweet potatoes for wholesale and retail orders. This is indoor work with steady physical activity and a team-oriented environment.
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Key Responsibilities
• Wash, sort, and grade sweet potatoes according to farm quality standards.
• Pack potatoes into cases, bags, or clamshells (including whole and diced products).
• Lift and move bins, totes, and boxes of sweet potatoes (up to ~50 lbs repeatedly).
• Operate wash line, conveyors, and packing equipment (training provided).
• Maintain a clean, organized wash/pack area throughout the day.
• Follow food safety guidelines and complete basic record-keeping as required.
• Assist with general farm tasks as needed (inventory, cleanup, labeling, etc.).
• Work efficiently within production deadlines.
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Requirements
• Ability to lift 40–50 lbs repeatedly and stand for long periods.
• Comfort working in a wet, cold/warm indoor environment depending on season.
• Dependability and ability to maintain a consistent schedule (10-hour shifts).
• Attention to detail and willingness to follow quality and safety standards.
• Team-oriented attitude and good communication skills.
• Previous farm or production experience is helpful but not required.
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What We Offer
• Competitive hourly wage and dependable full-time hours.
• A supportive, family-run workplace where you’re treated with respect.
• Training for all tasks and equipment.
• Opportunities for expanded responsibility as the farm grows.
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How to Apply
Send a brief email with your name, contact information, and work experience to: [email protected] .Please include “Working at LCF” in the subject line of your email.