What are the responsibilities and job description for the Produce Ripening Specialist position at Epic Personnel Partners, LLC?
Ripening Forecast Analyst – Bloomfield, CT
Pay: $47,500 – $52,500 per year
Schedule: Full-Time | Requires flexibility based on business needs
About the Role
Epic 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 Responsibilities
- Utilize 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.
Requirements
- Hands-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.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $47,500.00 - $52,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 2 years of experience working in a fresh produce, food distribution, or warehouse operations environment?
- Do you have 2 years of experience using forecasting, demand planning, or inventory planning in a supply chain or distribution environment?
- Do you have at least 2 years of experience using Microsoft Excel for reporting, forecasting, or operational tracking?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $47,500 - $52,500