Job Summary: Help ensure customer satisfaction and plant efficiency by supporting production and packaging needs throughout the facility. Schedule: The schedule for this position can vary depending on business need. Typically, there will be staffing for an AM shift (early morning) and a PM shift (10am to 7pm or similar). Job Duties and Responsibilities: •Inspect and package fresh produce, such as blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, apples, etc. •Safely utilize basic tools to sort, organize, and placing boxes on a pallet. •Properly complete all required paperwork. •Ensure accuracy and monitor quality of production runs. •Maintain continuous production runs and machine efficiency. •Maintain plant cleanliness through daily work-area cleaning and proper scrap placement. •Perform additional job duties as required by leadership efficiently and safely. •Adhere to all Company and Departmental procedures. •Follow all Safety, Food Safety, and Good Manufacturing Procedures. Job Physical/Mental Requirements:
•Must be able to stand and walk for duration for duration of shift (approximately 7-10 hours) daily on concrete, wood, or vinyl surfaces.
•Must be able to walk up and down a flight of stairs as required by the job.
•Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
•Must be able to stoop, squat, bend and/or twist to perform various job functions.
•Must be available evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by business demands.
•Must be able to have corrected vision to
1. Be aware of surroundings and location of resources and tools needed.
2. Read job related documents and perform various job duties.
•Environmental conditions:
1. Must be able to work around noise and/or vibration generated by the truck and other equipment.
2. Must be able to work around fumes, dust, gases, and odors.
3. Must be able to work in cold warehouse environments (33°- 56°F) as required by the job.
4. Must be able to work in warm outdoor environment (up to 100° F) as required by the job.
•Must be alert and able to identify a safety hazard and report it immediately or, if directed, take corrective measures to prevent the safety hazard.
Qualifications:
•Prior unloading or warehouse experience preferred.
•Demonstrated ability to operate a manual and /or electric pallet jack.
Education and Skills Requirements:
•High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
•Bilingual preferred, but not required (English/Spanish)
•Demonstrated ability in written and verbal English communication skills required.
River City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. River City is seeking men and women, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law (herein referred to as "protected status").