Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

JOB SUMMARY

Works side-by-side with Production Supervisor, Production Manager, and department managers to ensure Bagging requirements are met to achieve Mission’s goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

§  Assist the Production Supervisor and Manager to ensure the daily Bagging requirements are met.
§  Assist in facility operations including shipping, receiving, ripening, bagging, and reprocessing.
§  Understand and adhere to Mission’s standard operating procedures for all operations.
§  Understand and navigate the inventory management system to accurately track all processes.
§  Stage fruit for processing.
§  Understand the Bagging customers and specifications.
§  Coordinate the bagging orders and create the Bagging Schedules.
§  Assist and coordinate with the Production Supervisor and Production Manager, the day-to-day bagging staffing needs.
§  Assist the Production Supervisor and Production Manager with overseeing the bagging personnel.
§  Assist and coordinate with the Production Supervisor and Production Manager, the day-to-day bagging and packing operations.
§  Accurately complete the daily checks and mark all required details clearly on the inspection logs.
§  Effectively communicate order status and changes to/from QA, Shipping, Sales, and Inventory teams (both at the facility and at the corporate office).
§  Perform other duties as requested or assigned by the Production Supervisor or management at the facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

§  Forklift experience a plus.
§  Ability to understand and efficiently navigate the Bagging Giro Machines. 
§  Excellent verbal and written communication skills among the team and other departments.
§  Strong problem-solving skills.
§  Ability and willingness to follow SOPs.
§  Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
§  Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks, in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines.
§  Ability to be flexible.
§  Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary.
§  Display a positive attitude towards tasks.
§  Ability to work in cold conditions from 38°F to 50°F.
§  Ability to lift or move a minimum of 25 pounds.
§  Ability to climb ladders to the top tier in the ripe rooms.
§  Work safely near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
§  Ability and willingness to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch/bend as needed to perform essential tasks.

Pay Range: $24.75 - $30.65