Master Packer - Cut And Peeled Prod- Shift 1

The Role

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 1
• Employment Category: Full-Time Seasonal
• Pay Rate: $ 16.77
  
  

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

The primary function of this position is to place bagged finished product into master-cartons / trays for shipping in a timely manner, observing all safety regulations, ensuring all GMP and quality standards are met and maintaining the efficient flow of product through the production process.

• Ensure that proper packaging supplies (bags/trays)/ IFCO’s/cartons in are positioned to the workstation.
• Obtain trays/IFCO’s/ cartons from the chute and place on worktable.
• Manually obtain finished bags of product from conveyor and place into master-carton/ tray / IFCO according to proper stack patter.
• Push full bags/ trays/ IFCO’s / cartons on to conveyor.
• Ensure that product is packed properly and watch the seal, printing, code date, and pin hole.
• Count bags as they are packed to ensure that the proper quantity is packed.
• Remove defective bags from the pack line and place them into rework totes.
• Ensure that product with labels is properly labeled on both sides.
• Notify the supervisor of any objects found in or on product or any pest being sighted.
• Remove substandard product from inline flow
• Box assembly – builds boxes by hand, grasps flattened box, shapes into box from, folds flaps down and pushes tabs into locked position, applies sticker with code date and product code
• Rotate through line stations (packing, assembling boxes, rework stations) as needed directed by Assistant Supervisor or Supervisor.
• Sweep and shovel carrots keep the area clean and place trash in proper bin or container.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Read, write and communicate as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
• Learn to use the required equipment and tools to perform tasks.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to meet company performance standards for the job.
• Perform all job functions safely.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to six months’ experience in a production facility
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  
  

Physical Demands

• Environmental exposure –cold/wet conditions (40 ° or below)
• Material exposure-moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to environmental factors such as fumes, airborne particles and vibrations
• Ability to ascend and descend ramps, steps, ladders, stairs using three-point contact
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time during the work period
• Fast paced environment (repetitive motion)
  
  

Hours & Workdays

1st Shift – 6:15AM to 5:00PM Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance applying for a position or believe you require accommodation due to a disability or sincerely held religious belief, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.

Recruitment Agencies

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

1st Shift (6:15am-5:00pm) ; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.