Packer aka Pack-out Worker

At Calavo Growers, we believe quality, teamwork, good citizenship, embodying a will to win and displaying a respect for our people forms the foundation of our mission.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pack fruit and/or food products to be sent out, assessing quality of product, stacking items safely and securely in the right packaging.

• Works independently or with others to sort, pack, and stock products, cartons, bags, or cases of fruit or food products for shipment in a manner to prevent damage during shipment.
• Effectively and efficiently pack products at a production and accuracy rate no less than the current standard set by the Company.
• May weigh and/ or label cases or packaging appropriately.
• May assemble daily orders by shipping location or categories.
• May fill out packing forms or related paperwork with the relevant shipping information.
• Will ensure that individual containers are properly coded for variety and size.
• Maintains a clean, hazard-free work area. May clean shipping containers or supplies.
• Follow all Company rules and policies including safety regulations.
• Follow all food safety and good manufacturing practices.
• Promptly report violations or potential problems to supervisor.
• Reports equipment malfunctioning, issues or problems of all equipment promptly.
• Escalates difficult matters to the Team Lead or Supervisor as necessary.
• Performs other duties as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a similar environment or position preferred

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES. The individual shall possess:

• Ability to be a self-starter who will be responsible for common routines.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively
• Ability to regularly lift up to 30 lbs., stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Ability to push heavy weigh rolling tubs across the packinghouse floor
• Ability to work effectively as a team member; high level of dependability and work ethic.
• Ability to gain a working knowledge of food safety and good manufacturing practices.
• Commitment to the company's values and ethics.

DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this Job it is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, or hear; sit for prolong periods and use hands to finger, handle, lift or feel. Frequent exposure to chilled temperatures within the operations and warehouse environments. Must be able to lift, reach and move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay Range

• The base hourly wage we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $12.50 - $13.39
• New hires start at $12.50
• The actual hourly wage for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.
• Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or cash bonuses that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

Calavo Growers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Calavo is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Calavo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Calavo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.