Floor Helper

Mission Produce • Woolwich Township, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for stacking boxes on pallets by size and type, ensuring they are organized and securely strapped. This role also involves transferring avocados onto conveyor feed to ensure continuous operations of the bagging machines. The Floor Helper must understand various pallet configurations and types (e.g., PECO, CHEP), utilize supporting stacking materials like corner boards and pallet wraps or straps, and maintain a clean working area according to company standards. The individual is expected to begin work on time, complete tasks safely and efficiently, and undergo relevant safety and job training. Duties may be adjusted by a supervisor or lead based on demand.

Requirements

• Work and communicate well with supervisors, leads and fellow employees.
• Accomplish and manage tasks in a timely manner without constant direct supervision.
• Assess work-related issues in a timely manner.
• Stack pallets according to company and customer quality standards.
• Willingness to learn and carry out any new process established in the workplace.
• Able to lift or move up to 45 pounds.
• Able and willing to be occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, temperatures between 35 and 45 degrees, and safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, stoop, kneel, crouch, smell, etc., as needed to perform essential tasks.
• Ability to work overtime if needed.
• Ability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Understand the various pallet configurations based on the different boxes and stack units accordingly.
• Utilize any supporting stacking material for all product types including, but not limited to, corner boards and pallet wraps or straps.
• Ensure the working area is always clean and ready according to company standards.
• Begin work on time and complete work in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Undergo safety and job training pertinent to your job.
• Duties may vary based on demand and will be directed by supervisor or lead.
• Understand various pallet types, “PECO” “CHEP,” used based on customer’s need of pallet type.
• Dumping avocados to ensure a safe and continuous feed for bagging machine operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees