produce packer

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Grade, sort and package produce (cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers and egg plant) per customer specifications.
• Assemble, line and pad cartons and containers per customer specifications.
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products in order to ensure that packing specifications are met.
• Place products or materials into containers, using hand tools and equipment, as required.
• Load and remove completed or defective products or materials, placing them on moving equipment such as conveyors or in specified areas.
• Seel containers or bags.
• Clean containers, materials, supplies, or work areas, using cleaning solutions and hand tools.
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understand and follow information and instruction presented through spoken words and sentences by line leader, supervisor or manager.
• Work in various positions at the required speed of service and with the desired sense of urgency.
• Communicate any issues or concerns to the line leader, supervisor or manager.

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
• Must be able to lift material regularly up to 14 kg / 30 lbs; and occasionally up to 23 kg / 50lbs
• Must be able to climb stairs and stand on feet for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to work in a temperature-controlled environment of approximately 13 ˚C / 55 ˚F.

Job Requirements: The incumbent will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Note: this description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned.