Seasonal Fruit Evaluator
About The Position
This role involves monitoring pre-harvest and harvest for quality and quantity in a timely manner, estimating crop yields, and assisting with harvest sequencing. The Seasonal Fruit Evaluator will maintain a valid Driver’s License to operate a company vehicle, monitor crop volumes and fruit sizing, track trees for in-field fruit cataloging, and assist in the harvest sequence and direction of harvest crews. The position also includes learning fruit sampling techniques for grading and maturity analysis, assisting with data entry and management of scientific resources, and training and supervision of seasonal workers. Frequent travel to and from fields is necessary, with a company vehicle and fuel provided.
Requirements
- Familiarity with state specific food safety laws.
- Ability to see the “big picture” business perspective, but is willing to “roll up their sleeves” and do whatever it takes to get the job done.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees.
- Professional communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.
- Ability to perform efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
- Demonstrated problem solving and conflict management skills.
- Ability to employ creative and innovative thought processes.
- Ability to perform analysis and communicate results effectively.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle software.
- Fruit Evaluation experience, with a specific emphasis in agriculture preferably within a production/manufacturing setting.
Nice To Haves
- Supplementary training and/or designations related to the quality assurance or food safety field, or equivalent education and experience, is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a valid Driver’s License in good standing in order to operate a company vehicle.
- Assist in Fruit Evaluation Management team duties
- Monitor crop volumes and fruit sizing across various ranches.
- Track trees for in-field fruit cataloging of characteristics and growth.
- Assist in the harvest sequence and direction of harvest crews.
- Learn fruit sampling techniques for fruit grading and maturity analysis.
- Assist in data entry and management of scientific resources
- Training and supervision of seasonal workers.
- Frequent travel to and from fields will be necessary (vehicle and fuel will be provided).
Benefits
- Access to top-notch medical coverage
- comprehensive vision and dental plans
- a 401k with match eligibility
- 24/7 online physician consultations
- virtual mental health resources
- life coaching
- engaging employee community groups
- cash rewards for healthy habits
- fitness reimbursements
- library of on-demand fitness videos
- clear paths for career progression and internal mobility
- dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
- company-wide mentorship program
- training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
- company-provided funds to allocate to up to three charities of your choice
- opportunity to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
