Mission Produce

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Assistant II will learn all aspects of production for Mission Produce. They will work side-by-side with Production Supervisor, and Production Coordinators to ensure production requirements are met to achieve Mission’s goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Production Supervisor and Coordinators.
• Assist in bagging and machine operations.
• Assist in shipping and receiving operations by loading, unloading, and racking fruit.
• Assign and review orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate with Forklift Drivers to coordinate inbound and outbound loads.
• Answer shipping phone lines and provide assistance to drivers as needed.
• Check drivers in upon arrival and out upon completion of shipments.
• Perform D365 shipping functions, including entering driver and CTPAT information accurately.
• Understand and adhere to Mission’s ripening process.
• Accurately complete ripe room checks daily and mark all required details clearly on inspection logs.
• Understand inventory levels and FIFO procedures.
• Effectively communicate order status and changes to and from QA, Shipping, Sales, and Inventory teams (both at the facility and the corporate office).
• Operate a forklift to stage fruit for QA inspection, load ripening rooms, manage dry goods inventory, and complete other assigned duties.
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills among the team and other departments.
• Forklift experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to follow standard operating procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Must have the ability to be flexible, including holidays and weekends.
• Display a positive attitude towards tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment from 34°F – 42°F. 
• Ability to lift or move 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability and willingness to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch/bend as needed to perform essential tasks.