Food Hub Site Manager

Reports To: Emma Jagoz, Founder & CEO

Works Closely With: Grant Knud-Hansen, Aggregation Manager, Sales Team

Salary Range: $65,000–$80,000 (commensurate with experience)

PTO: 80 hours per year

Sick Leave: 40 hours per year

Personal Days: 3 days per year

CSA Share: One free medium veggie share per week

Health Insurance: Available following a 90-day probationary period; Moon Valley Farm covers 50% of the monthly premium

Position Overview

Moon Valley Farm is seeking an experienced warehouse and operations manager to lead our new Montgomery County aggregation facility — the most significant infrastructure expansion in our organization's history. This is first and foremost a warehouse management role: you will be responsible for the daily operations of a ~10,000 sq. ft. perishable goods facility, managing staff, inventory, cold storage, receiving, order assembly, and outbound fulfillment in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Equally important is a genuine connection to our mission. The ideal candidate brings proven warehouse leadership and a passion for local food systems — understanding that the infrastructure they manage directly supports regional farmers, institutional food access, and a more equitable food system in and around Montgomery County, MD.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Facility Operations (Primary Focus)

• Own daily warehouse operations: staff scheduling, workflow management, receiving, cold storage, order assembly, and outbound fulfillment
• Manage and develop a warehouse team including two Pack Employees; maintain accountability, efficiency, and a strong team culture
• Oversee real-time inventory tracking in Local Food Marketplace (LFM) across all stages of product flow
• Manage cold storage infrastructure (two refrigerated rooms, one freezer), forklift operations, and equipment maintenance
• Ensure full compliance with FSMA, GAP/GHP, PACA, and DOT regulations; maintain third-party audit readiness at all times
• Develop and implement SOPs for all facility functions; lead operational readiness for facility launch and ongoing continuous improvement

Facility Build-Out & Launch

• Support facility planning and contractor coordination during the build-out phase, working closely with Emma Jagoz and the facilities team
• Coordinate with food safety and HACCP plan reviewer on compliance documentation
• Assist with onboarding of warehouse team members as staffing scales up

Farmer Relations & Institutional Fulfillment

• Serve as on-site point of contact for farm partner deliveries; support new partner onboarding and quality standards communication
• Ensure accurate, timely fulfillment for institutional buyers including MCPS, Manna Food Center, Capital Area Food Bank, and Community FarmShare
• Maintain quality control across produce, proteins, dairy, eggs, and shelf-stable goods

Grant Compliance & Reporting

• Track and document operational data for grant performance reporting: volumes, farm sources, buyer distribution, and food safety records
• Support monthly and annual reporting to the Montgomery County Office of Food Systems Resilience
• Maintain records demonstrating grant-compliant use of facility, staff time, and expenditures across the four-year program

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse, distribution center, or food hub operations management experience — this is the core requirement for this role
• Demonstrated experience managing warehouse teams and workflows in a perishable goods environment
• Strong working knowledge of food safety compliance: FSMA, GAP/GHP, cold chain management
• Proficiency with inventory or order management platforms; valid driver's license
• Ability to work early morning hours consistent with produce distribution schedules
• Genuine commitment to MVF's mission of supporting local farmers and building an equitable food system

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in farm-to-institution supply chains, food hubs, or school food procurement
• Familiarity with PACA compliance and DOT fleet regulations
• GAP certification or food safety manager certification (ServSafe, PCQI, or equivalent)
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Experience supporting government grant compliance and performance reporting
• Forklift operator certification or demonstrated forklift experience

We are looking for someone who:

• Brings proven warehouse leadership to a mission-driven organization
• Thrives in a fast-paced, early-morning distribution environment
• Takes ownership of compliance, safety, and operational excellence
• Is energized by the opportunity to build systems from the ground up
• Understands the importance of reliable fulfillment to farmers, institutions, and communities

This role is ideal for someone who values meaningful work, operational leadership, and supporting a growing local food system.

How to Apply

Please send a resume and brief cover letter describing your warehouse management experience and why you are drawn to this role to:emma@moonvalleyfarm.net