JOB SUMMARY
The Production Assistant II will learn all aspects of production for Mission Produce. They will work side-by-side with the Managers, Supervisors and Coordinators to ensure ripe department requirements are met to achieve Mission’s goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Assist the Managers, Supervisors and Coordinators.
§ Create a plan for ripe operation needs.
§ Cover upcoming ripe department customer orders and forecast for future orders.
§ Assist in shipping and receiving operations by loading, unloading, and racking fruit.
§ Accurately complete and track daily reports.
§ Daily Inventory Status review for accuracy.
§ Daily communication with Mission operation teams.
§ Understand inventory levels, cycle counts and FIFO procedures.
§ Effectively communicate order status and changes to and from QA, Shipping, Sales, and Inventory teams.
§ Operate a forklift to stage fruit for QA inspection, load ripening rooms, dry goods inventory, and 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.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME