Banana Ripening Forecasting Analyst

Ripening Forecast Analyst – Bloomfield, CTPay: $48,000 – $52,000 per yearSchedule: Full-Time | Requires flexibility based on business needsAbout the RoleEpic Personnel Partners is seeking a Ripening Forecast Analyst to join our client’s food distribution team in Bloomfield, CT. The Ripening Forecast Analyst supports the Ripening Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the ripening facility. This role plays a vital part in forecasting, planning, and maintaining optimal product quality to meet customer standards.Key ResponsibilitiesUtilize forecasting models based on customer data, historical trends, and business capacity.Supervise the continuous ripening cycle to meet demand while ensuring product quality and shelf-life.Conduct inbound inspections to ensure product meets criteria before ripening.Communicate with the Ripening Manager, customers, and distribution centers on demand and supply changes.Oversee sanitation and preventive maintenance for ripening rooms and equipment.Track and maintain records of customer feedback, implementing corrective actions when necessary.RequirementsHands-on banana ripening experience and knowledge of maturation stages.Understanding of banana supply chain processes.Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel; WMS (GOLD) experience preferred.Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in variable temperature environments.Must be flexible with schedule and adapt to changing operational needs.Why Join Us?Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced distribution environment.Collaborative culture focused on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Competitive pay and room for growth within the organization.Keywords: Ripening Analyst, Ripening Forecaster, Banana Ripening, Produce Quality, Banana Maturation, Supply Chain, Food Distribution, Warehouse Operations, Forecasting, WMS GOLD, Quality Control, Inventory Planning, Produce Ripening, Logistics, Fresh Produce Industry, CT Jobs, Bloomfield ConnecticutJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insuranceWork Location: In personCompany DescriptionEpic Personnel Partners, LLC is a privately held woman-owned staffing firm. We value our relationships as well as your time and wish to make the most of all our interactions. We spend time listening to your needs to ensure we fully understand what you are looking for, the challenges you face, and the goals you seek to accomplish by working with us. Our goal is to add value to by sourcing, interviewing, and placing the right person in the right position. We accomplish this by utilizing cutting-edge technology, which enables us to reach out to a larger pool of professionals to identify the best fit.We do not just focus on the academic background and on experience of a candidate, but also on the personality type and the candidate's habits and interests. Our approach allows clients to see and assess the applicants even before they meet the potential candidate.We have a proven track record of success, providing staffing and recruitment services to clients for more than two decades.Visit us at epicpp.com to discover more about our organization.Epic Personnel Partners, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Salary : $48,000 - $52,500