PACKER

Job Description :

START DATE : 12 / 18 / 23 (SHORT ASSIGNMENT LESS THAN A WEEK)

PAY : BR / HR

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for packing bagged avocados according to correct bag and avocado quality based on Mission Produce standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand the differences in avocados including but not limited to size, label, color, ripeness and overall quality
• Understand the various customers and the specifications in quality that each customer requires
• Understand the various proper packing procedures including but not limited to box types and bag configurations
• Determine fruit and bag quality and sort according to company and customer quality standards
• Utilize any supporting packing materials for all product types
• Ensure working area is always clean and ready according to company standards
• Undergo safety and job training pertinent to your job
• Complete other duties as directed by supervisors or leads

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Fast paced cold and wet environment
• Food facility requires food safe behavior
• Work in cold conditions from 38F to 50F
• Lifting, pushing, pulling and grasping while standing and kneeling
• Able to perform the essential function of the job with or without accommodation

Skills / Experience :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work and communicate well with supervisors, leads and fellow employees
• Ability to communicate and read in Spanish or English effectively
• Ability to accomplish and manage tasks in a timely manner without constant direct supervision
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds
• Ability and willingness to be occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, temperatures between 35 and 45 degrees and safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment
• Ability and willingness to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, stoop, kneel, crouch, smell, etc., as needed to perform essential tasks
13 hours ago