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AeroFarms

Indoor vertical farming for AI-driven produce

HACCP & Quality Assurance Coordinator

Full-TimePosted on 10/20/2026
$75k - $85k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Danville, VA, USA
In Person
Manufacturing Quality & TestValidation, Compliance & Quality Systems

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, or a related field is required.
  • HACCP Certification is required; PCQI certification or the ability to obtain it is preferred.
  • A minimum of 2–3 years of experience in food manufacturing or a similar environment is required.
  • Demonstrated technical knowledge of quality processes and systems, such as SOPs, SSOPs, and GMPs, is required.
  • Working knowledge of best practices in quality systems, food safety, and regulatory requirements is required.
  • Strong organizational, managerial, and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities are required.
  • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to food safety and quality assurance are required.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and nights as needed is required.
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced and innovative environment is required.
Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement, and maintain HACCP plans tailored to AeroFarms' vertical farming operations.
  • Conduct hazard analyses to identify potential food safety risks specific to aeroponic systems.
  • Establish and monitor critical control points (CCPs) and critical limits.
  • Design and oversee monitoring procedures and corrective actions for each CCP.
  • Implement verification activities to ensure the effectiveness of the HACCP system.
  • Meet with and run the Food Safety Team in the absence of the FSQA Manager.
  • Collaborate in creating quality specifications, net weight programs, and retain programs.
  • Review and analyze system and product specifications to ensure alignment with AeroFarms' standards.
  • Execute manual and/or automated tests, analyze results, and document findings.
  • Maintain environmental monitoring records and test incoming materials.
  • Address and prevent quality issues, providing reports on summaries, causes, and action plans.
  • Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal food safety regulations, as well as industry standards for sustainable agriculture.
  • Maintain and update records of HACCP-related activities, inspection results, and quality checks.
  • Regularly review and revise the Food Safety Plan (HACCP Plan) and related documentation.
  • Develop and implement training plans for HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), allergen control, and other essential programs.
  • Conduct training sessions for employees and facilitate communication between the QA team and management.
  • Attend food safety committee meetings and educate staff on food safety and quality programs.
  • Complete weekly focus topics to improve knowledge on the farm.
  • Monitor and assess HACCP and quality programs to ensure effective implementation.
  • Conduct internal audits, assist with external vendor audits, and work with the Quality Manager to enhance current practices.
  • Evaluate and improve food safety procedures and submit recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Conduct shelf-life testing on existing products and packages.
  • Ensure timely and accurate testing of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products.
  • Ensure timely GMP audits and reporting.
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements related to USDA and FDA, including FSMA.
  • Oversee lab employees and janitorial services, maintain lab inventory, and schedule FSQA technicians as needed.
  • Manage the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and related checklists.
  • Perform mock recalls and ensure the effectiveness of identification, labeling, and traceability systems.
  • Investigate food safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
  • Upload customer test results into portals as required, ensuring accurate and timely data submission.
  • Prepare for annual FSQA audits, including food defense scenarios, mock recalls, policy reviews, and documentation updates.
  • Contribute to maintaining the FSQA department to a high standard through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Undertake other tasks as assigned by FSQA leaders.
  • Fill in for absent employees in operational roles at or below this position's hierarchy; an absent employee's role is completed by their immediate superior.
Desired Qualifications
  • PCQI certification or the ability to obtain it is preferred.

About the company

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AeroFarms grows produce in indoor vertical farms using a controlled environment with no soil or sunlight. The company combines artificial intelligence and plant biology to optimize growth, resulting in crops that aim for superior flavor, better nutrition, and strong traceability and food safety. Its technology powers its own farming system and is licensed to other businesses, enabling broader adoption of indoor farming. Unlike traditional farms, AeroFarms operates in a closed environment that can produce crops year-round with a smaller environmental footprint. The business stands out through its certified B Corporation status, emphasis on sustainability and food safety, and its strategy of licensing its proprietary technology to scale beyond its own sites. The company’s goal is to provide locally sourced, high-quality produce while using technology to improve environmental impact and enable broader adoption of indoor farming.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • August 26, 2026 launches added Micro Arugula and Micro Broccoli nationwide.
  • Distribution reached about 2,000 retail locations, expanding from the April 2026 acquisition.
  • Gustavo Burger joined in April 2026, bringing Kraft Heinz and AB InBev execution.

What critics are saying

  • December 2025 WARN notices nearly closed the Ringgold plant, cutting 173 jobs.
  • AeroFarms lost its largest investor, forcing emergency lender funding and repeated closure deadlines.
  • If Palm Ventures exits, AeroFarms faces another Chapter 11 or liquidation.

What makes AeroFarms unique

  • Palm Ventures backed AeroFarms in April 2026, preserving its aeroponic microgreens platform.
  • Its Virginia farm sells ready-to-eat microgreens at Whole Foods and Costco nationwide.
  • Patented aeroponics gives 18-to-21-day shelf life and 90% less water use.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

2%
Vertical Farm Daily
Aug 27th, 2026
AeroFarms adds micro arugula nad micro broccoli to retail offerings.

AeroFarms adds micro arugula nad micro broccoli to retail offerings. AeroFarms has announced new Micro Arugula and Micro Broccoli varieties and expanded product distribution nationwide. Recent company data cites increased purchase frequency and consumption of indoor-grown, U.S. microgreens. Since the company's April 2026 acquisition by Palm Ventures, AeroFarms has grown distribution in key geographic markets, added retail customers, and entered a new phase of strategic growth under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Gustavo Burger. The expansion signals durability in the marketplace, with disciplined execution, new distribution, and a growing footprint. "Food safety headlines refresh daily, with consumers becoming more deliberate about where their produce comes from and how it is grown," said Burger. "Our indoor aeroponic system eliminates many of the key exposure points of traditional field agriculture, including soil, open-field contamination risk, and risk from dependence on unpredictable irrigation sources. In contrast, our Farm uses only purified water that is continuously monitored and tested. Food safety is increasingly the deciding factor for shoppers, more so now than we've seen in over two decades of operations." Timed for fall menus and available year-round, AeroFarms' new Micro Arugula microgreens will be available at Whole Foods Market nationwide beginning late August. Micro Arugula adds a bright, peppery taste to entrees, salad bowls, and pasta, with a suggested retail price of $4.99 per two-ounce package. AeroFarms is also introducing nutrient-dense Micro Broccoli microgreens in a club-sized pack exclusively for Costco members at $7.99 per six-ounce package. With 34 times more vitamin A, 6 times more calcium, and 4 times more magnesium than whole crown broccoli, AeroFarms Micro Broccoli boosts nutrition, texture, and flavor in any meal. These new products join the company's extensive line of fresh microgreens curated for taste, nutrient value, and quality. All AeroFarms microgreens are planted, harvested, and packaged indoors at the company's Virginia farm without soil or external exposure, using only purified water. The company's proprietary aeroponics system reduces environmental risks and ensures precise growing conditions. Strict controls maintain desired temperature, water, lighting, and airflow, all with minimal human contact. Every AeroFarms harvest passes rigorous safety testing to ensure quality standards from seeding to delivery. Additionally, company operations consistently earn top food safety and quality scores in independent third-party certification audits. "We have grown produce vertically indoors since day one for sustainability and quality purposes," continued Burger. "The benefits of an aeroponics indoor farm allow us to have greater control over the entire operation, with the added dependability of our distribution system and nationwide availability."

PR Newswire
Aug 26th, 2026
AEROFARMS adds fresh Micro Arugula and Micro Broccoli as indoor-grown produce attracts new U.S. Consumers and retailers.

AEROFARMS adds fresh Micro Arugula and Micro Broccoli as indoor-grown produce attracts new U.S. Consumers and retailers. Aug 26, 2026, 10:59 ET New leadership expands national distribution and adds customers three months into acquisition DANVILLE, Va., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - AeroFarms, an indoor vertical farming company and the leading U.S. supplier of fresh microgreens, today announced new Micro Arugula and Micro Broccoli varieties and expanded product distribution nationwide. Recent company data cites increased purchase frequency and consumption of indoor-grown, U.S. microgreens. Since the company's April 2026 acquisition by Palm Ventures, AeroFarms has grown distribution in key geographic markets, added retail customers, and entered a new phase of strategic growth under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Gustavo Burger. The expansion signals durability in the marketplace, with disciplined execution, new distribution, and a growing footprint. "Food safety headlines refresh daily, with consumers becoming more deliberate about where their produce comes from and how it is grown," said Burger. "Our indoor aeroponic system eliminates many of the key exposure points of traditional field agriculture, including soil, open-field contamination risk, and risk from dependence on unpredictable irrigation sources. In contrast, our Farm uses only purified water that is continuously monitored and tested. Food safety is increasingly the deciding factor for shoppers, more so now than we've seen in over two decades of operations." Timed for fall menus and available year-round, AeroFarms' new Micro Arugula microgreens will be available at Whole Foods Market nationwide beginning late August. Micro Arugula adds a bright, peppery taste to entrees, salad bowls, and pasta, with a suggested retail price of $4.99 per two-ounce package. AeroFarms is also introducing nutrient-dense Micro Broccoli microgreens in a club-sized pack exclusively for Costco members at $7.99 per six-ounce package. With 34 times more vitamin A, 6 times more calcium, and 4 times more magnesium than whole crown broccoli, AeroFarms Micro Broccoli boosts nutrition, texture, and flavor in any meal. These new products join the company's extensive line of fresh microgreens curated for taste, nutrient value, and quality. All AeroFarms microgreens are planted, harvested, and packaged indoors at the company's Virginia farm without soil or external exposure, using only purified water. The company's proprietary aeroponics system reduces environmental risks and ensures precise growing conditions. Strict controls maintain desired temperature, water, lighting, and airflow, all with minimal human contact. Every AeroFarms harvest passes rigorous safety testing to ensure quality standards from seeding to delivery. Additionally, company operations consistently earn top food safety and quality scores in independent third-party certification audits. "We have grown produce vertically indoors since day one for sustainability and quality purposes," continued Burger. "The benefits of an aeroponics indoor farm allow us to have greater control over the entire operation, with the added dependability of our distribution system and nationwide availability." A Certified B Corporation(TM), AeroFarms leads the microgreens category in supply and sustainable practices. The company's microgreens are grown indoors in a controlled environment without soil or pesticides and can deliver, on average, four to 40 times higher levels of select vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients compared to their mature vegetable counterparts, depending on the variety. AeroFarms' proprietary growing process also ensures an 18- to 21-day shelf life, significantly longer than that of soil-grown microgreens, which typically last seven days or less. AeroFarms products are ready to eat without washing and are currently available at approximately 2,000 retail locations nationwide, including trusted retailers such as Costco, FreshDirect, Harris Teeter, Jewel-Osco, Wegmans and Whole Foods Market. For store and product availability, visit www.aerofarms.com. ABOUT AEROFARMS AeroFarms is an indoor vertical farming company that leads U.S. production of fresh microgreens. AeroFarms' products naturally contain exceptional concentrations of vitamins, antioxidants, and phytonutrients for consumers seeking nutrient-dense foods. At the forefront of sustainable agriculture, AeroFarms leverages patented aeroponics technology, automated conveyance systems, and robotics to cultivate healthy microgreens that thrive. AeroFarms is climate-agnostic, growing plants year-round, regardless of geography and weather conditions. The company's vertical farm uses 230 times less land and 90% less water than traditional field farming. A Certified B Corporation, AeroFarms is dedicated to meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance. Learn more about our mission and microgreens at www.aerofarms.com. SOURCE New AeroFarms Inc

AgroPages.com
Jun 19th, 2026
Aerofarms acquired by an affiliate of Palm Ventures, positions U.S. microgreens leader for expanded distribution and long-term growth.

Aerofarms acquired by an affiliate of Palm Ventures, positions U.S. microgreens leader for expanded distribution and long-term growth. Jun. 19, 2026 AeroFarms united states follow. AeroFarms, an indoor vertical farming company and the leading U.S. supplier of fresh microgreens, announced its acquisition by an affiliate of Palm Ventures, an Austin and Greenwich-based family investment office with a 30-year track record of successfully building profitable, durable, mission-driven businesses. The transaction was completed in April 2026. Under the new ownership, Gustavo Burger, whose prior experience includes leadership roles at Kraft Heinz and Anheuser-Busch InBev, now leads a new management team as chief executive officer. The partnership significantly reduces AeroFarms' debt, prioritizes sustainable growth and long-term profitability, while deepening customer relationships, continuing to grow consumer-favorite microgreen varieties, and preserving AeroFarms' Certified B mission. Specific terms of the deal were not disclosed. Palm Ventures, founded and led by Bradley Palmer, invests patient, long-duration capital in businesses where operational excellence and mission reinforce each other. Its investment in AeroFarms was rooted in Palm Ventures' conviction in the agribusiness's proprietary aeroponic platform, the company's strong retail market share in a category with double-digit growth rates, and the powerful consumer shift toward nutrient-dense, sustainably grown, clean-label foods that have the potential to offer functional nutrition to support lifestyles and weight management, accelerated by increasing use of GLP-1 medications among consumers. "AeroFarms is exactly the kind of mission-driven company we bring our intellectual, relational, and financial capital to; a disciplined business with first-class retail customers, superior technology, and a mission that matters," said Palmer, chairman and founder of Palm Ventures. "Consumers are choosing foods that naturally pack higher nutritional value into every bite. Gustavo Burger brings decades of world-class experience, and our job is to support his team as they deliver on that promise. AeroFarms is ready for what's next." Gustavo Burger joined AeroFarms as chief executive officer in April 2026 and brings more than two decades of senior leadership experience across global food and beverage businesses, including leadership roles at Kraft Heinz and Anheuser-Busch InBev, driving growth and operational performance with major retail and foodservice partners. "AeroFarms is built on the most advanced aeroponic platform in the food industry, a category-defining product, and retail partnerships with the best names in the business," said Burger, chief executive officer at AeroFarms. "My focus is to build on that foundation with the operational rigor it deserves, and create a business that performs as well as its products. We are grateful to our employees, customers, and the local Virginia community for their support in reaching this new chapter." A Certified B Corporation(TM), AeroFarms leads the microgreens category in supply and sustainable practices. The company's microgreens are grown indoors in a controlled environment without soil or pesticides and consistently deliver four to forty times higher levels of select vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients compared to their mature vegetable counterparts*, depending on the variety. AeroFarms' proprietary growing process also ensures an 18-21-day shelf life, significantly longer than that of soil-grown microgreens, which typically last 7 days or less1. AeroFarms products are ready to eat without washing and are currently available in about 2,000 retail locations nationwide. ABOUT AEROFARMS AeroFarms is an indoor vertical farming company that leads U.S. production of fresh microgreens. AeroFarms' products naturally contain exceptional concentrations of vitamins, antioxidants, and phytonutrients for consumers seeking nutrient-dense foods. At the forefront of sustainable agriculture, AeroFarms leverages patented aeroponics technology, automated conveyance systems, and robotics to cultivate healthy microgreens that thrive. AeroFarms is climate-agnostic, growing plants year-round, regardless of geography and weather conditions. The company's vertical farm uses 230 times less land and 90% less water than traditional field farming. A Certified B Corporation, AeroFarms is dedicated to meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance.

Indoor Ag-Con
Jun 14th, 2026
Microgreens grower AeroFarms acquired by investment firm.

Microgreens grower AeroFarms acquired by investment firm. The indoor vertical farming company AeroFarms in Pittsylvania County has been acquired by an investment firm. The buyer is an affiliate of Palm Ventures, a family investment office based in Greenwich, Connecticut, and Austin, Texas, according to a news release. Thursday's news release said the transaction closed in April. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Before the deal, AeroFarms had faced the prospect of a shutdown and accompanying mass layoffs for months. Palm Ventures named Gustavo Burger, a former Kraft Heinz and Anheuser-Busch InBev executive, as AeroFarms' new CEO. "Consumers are choosing foods that naturally pack higher nutritional value into every bite," Bradley Palmer, chairman and founder of Palm Ventures, said in a news release. "Gustavo Burger brings decades of world-class experience, and our job is to support his team as they deliver on that promise. AeroFarms is ready for what's next."

PR Newswire
Jun 11th, 2026
US microgreens leader AeroFarms acquired by Palm Ventures, eyes expanded distribution

AeroFarms, the leading US supplier of fresh microgreens, has been acquired by an affiliate of Palm Ventures, an Austin and Greenwich-based family investment office. The transaction completed in April 2026, with specific terms undisclosed. Gustavo Burger, formerly of Kraft Heinz and Anheuser-Busch InBev, now leads the company as chief executive officer. The acquisition significantly reduces AeroFarms' debt whilst maintaining its Certified B Corporation status and mission. AeroFarms grows microgreens indoors using proprietary aeroponic technology without soil or pesticides, achieving 18-21 day shelf life compared to seven days for soil-grown alternatives. The company's products contain four to 40 times higher levels of select vitamins and minerals than mature vegetables. Products are available in approximately 2,000 retail locations nationwide.