Job Description:
The Ripening Assistant will assist the Ripening Manager in ensuring the quality and safety of products and the ripening of fruit.
This position is a key role within a fast-growing fresh produce company and requires a candidate who is passionate about quality and keen to learn.
This position is responsible for assisting in the operation of the department. An individual in this department will be expected to perform additional job related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and/or as necessary. The candidate should be detail oriented and good with reading numbers
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
- 2 years (Minimum) fresh produce quality control experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Must be able to compile, analyze and present data
- Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team
- Must be willing and able to work weekends
- Must be willing to work in cold environment (38oF) (company provides necessary PPE)
- Must be able and willing to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen
- Must continually meet and exceed internal expectations through teamwork, respect and willingness to help and support others
- Demonstrate complete commitment to a culture of safety. Promoting a safe work environment through personal actions and identifying any safety concerns
- Treat all team members with respect while demonstrating a positive work attitude
- Take initiative to continually improve performance and work processes through feedback, problem solving and generating new ideas
- Work with a sense of urgency to complete tasks safely, effectively and efficiently
- Demonstrate excellent job performance in productivity, quality, safety and attendance
- Available to work overtime as and when required
- Be able to lift 25+ pounds
- Forklift experience preferred
Responsibilities & Duties:
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Accurately pressure test fruit to ascertain its ripeness
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Ripen fruit to customer specifications in a timely manner while minimizing loss
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Cool ripening pallets at the right time to avoid over-ripening
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(Ripening training can be given if required)
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Follow and help maintain SOPs to ensure food quality and safety
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Maintain food safety systems and documentation as required for food safety audits
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Inspect and report on product arrivals against the intake specification
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Inspect and report on shipped products against the customers specification
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Update on the product quality in the cold store
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Inventory reconciliations
