We are seeking a dedicated Bilingual Vegetable Packing Specialist to oversee the sorting, grading, and packaging of fresh produce for distribution. This role is vital to ensuring that only high-quality, safe products reach our customers. The successful candidate will inspect items for freshness and defects, manage inventory of packing materials, and operate essential machinery while strictly adhering to hygiene and safety standards. This position requires physical stamina and a commitment to maintaining operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Inspection and Grading: Conduct thorough visual inspections of vegetables to verify type, size, quality, and freshness, removing any items that are damaged or defective.
Packaging Operations: Efficiently sort and place approved produce into designated containers, such as boxes, crates, or bags, ensuring secure packaging suitable for transport.
Quality Assurance: Continuously monitor the packing process to uphold quality standards, promptly reporting any discrepancies or defects, and maintaining precise documentation of findings.
Labeling and Coding: Accurately apply company-specific labels, barcodes, and expiration dates to all packaged goods in compliance with specifications.
Machinery Maintenance: Operate and perform basic maintenance on conveyor belts, automated packing systems, and related equipment, ensuring all machinery remains clean and sanitary.
Inventory Control: Monitor and track the usage of packing supplies, including boxes, tape, and labels, while verifying the quality and quantity of incoming produce and materials.
Collaboration and Development: Work closely with packers, quality control inspectors, and supervisors, while actively assisting in the onboarding and training of new team members.
Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to all food safety regulations and workplace safety protocols, maintaining a clean and hazard-free work environment always.

Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
Capability to lift and move heavy boxes and products safely.
Proficiency in performing physical tasks such as bending, stooping, and reaching.
Comfort working in cool or refrigerated environments.

MUST BE BILINGUAL - SPEAK SPANISH

Wymagane umiejętności

Bilingual Spanish-English communicationVisual produce inspection and gradingPackaging operations (sorting and packing into boxes/crates/bags)Labeling and barcode/expiration date applicationOperation and basic maintenance of conveyor belts and automated packing systemsQuality assurance monitoring and discrepancy reportingInventory control of packing supplies and incoming produceFood safety and hygiene complianceSafe manual material handling and lifting techniquesPhysical stamina/endurance for prolonged standing and repetitive tasksAbility to work in refrigerated/cool environmentsDocumentation and record-keeping of inspection and packing resultsTeam collaboration and coordination with packers, inspectors, and supervisorsOnboarding and training assistance for new team members

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