Eric Ortega

Operations Manager - Mainline and Packaging

I started my career in the potato industry as a USDA Inspector and moved into managing specialty potato facilities which allowed me to see how different operations work. This experience also gave me a good understanding of what it takes to be successful at coordinating the packing process. In my role at Farm Fresh Direct, I love watching the process from harvest through the potatoes being packed. No many people realize the amount of work it takes to get a bag of potatoes out to the stores.


WHO WOULD YOU LOVE TO MEET, DEAD OR ALIVE?

Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders. His mindset of never giving up has always intrigued me. I admire his perseverance on and off the field.

WHAT DO YOU WISH THERE WERE FREE BOWLFULS OF TO EAT AT THE OFFICE?

Grapes, I love grapes!

WHAT TALENT WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO HAVE?

Being able to read music and plan an instrument.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OTHERS WOULD FIND INTERESTING ABOUT YOU?

I really like to cook, especially smoked meats.