Fruit Load Operator- Shift 1st
About The Position
The Fruit Load Operator retrieves the scheduled type and load of fruit from the yard and transports it to the plant’s fruit receiving station using a shuttle car, also called a yard dog. At the receiving station, the operator assists the fruit receiver with unloading fruit onto the receiving conveyor. When a Fruit Load Operator is absent, another operator performs these duties. The role is based at the Visalia Plant in Visalia, California, and is full-time on the first shift, scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be required. The hourly rate is $24.31. The role requires following food-safety, quality, hygiene, and safety practices, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Knowledge and experience operating a fifth wheel and hauling trailers in tight spaces.
- Valid forklift license or ability to obtain one.
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to read and operate a touchscreen.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English.
- Ability to meet flexible and changing priorities and work under pressure.
- Two years of manufacturing experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of manufacturing experience.
Responsibilities
- Retrieve fruit from the yard according to the fruit-picking schedule.
- Unload fruit at the fruit receiving station.
- Weigh fruit loads at the scale before delivery to the receiving station.
- Complete and sign the manual fruit log located in the guard office.
- Perform daily mechanical and safety checks on the shuttle car.
- Clean the fruit receiving ramp when it is not in use.
- Provide break and lunch relief for Fruit Receivers as required.
- Follow safety rules and practices, including wearing all required personal protective equipment.
- Follow food-safety, quality, and personal-hygiene practices.
- Report food-safety and quality problems to the immediate supervisor during the shift.
- Demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
- Act professionally toward customers, vendors, and other visitors to the plant.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
