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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

59

Job Duties:

Crops/Commodities: Citrus Commodities. Work is in a citrus fruit packing facility. Duties include sorting, packing, & grading fruit according to grade, color and size by hand or with mechanized packing equipment without bruising the fruit; discard any defective fruit, may weigh fruit to obtain specified weight per container. Adhere to food & safety requirements by maintaining a clean and sanitized workstation. Work on the production packing and grading lines. Pack citrus produce, such as grapefruit, oranges, mandarins, lemons, tangelo, clementine, lime or any other citrus produce, for storage or shipment, performing a combination of the following duties: lines box, barrel, basket, bag, carton, tray or crate with treated paper, cardboard, excelsior, or prepared padding, or inserts paper trays or separators in container. Grade quality fruit by discarding damaged, defective fruit, trash/debris, foreign objects and rotten fruit. Sort fruit by specific grade requirements as per variety and market demand. Grade and sort citrus products according to color, species, length, width, appearance, feel, smell and quality to ensure correct processing and usage. Selects produce according to size, color and grade before packing. Utilize the proper and correct packing materials. Place rows of produce in layers in containers, and insert excelsior or paper trays after each layer and over top layer of produce, or scoops produce into the container. Wraps produce in treated paper, foil or plastic film wrap before placing produce in the container. Packs exposed top layer of produce, arranging produce in successive rows in a container in predetermined pattern. Pack into specified patterns and pack by size. Fits lid onto container or designated container. Efficiently sort and pack product following established packing procedures. Pushes finished product onto conveyor line. Workers will pack according to grade, color and size of fruit by grasping fruit with their hands from the production packing line without harming or bruising the fruit. Discards any inferior or defective fruit that do not meet quality requirements to pack Ensures that the top row of fruit in the carton has the blossom end of the fruit upward and shows the highest quality fruit. Marks carton with appropriate identification information Maintains work station floor clean of dropped fruit or packing materials May weigh packed produce and add or remove produce from the container to obtain specified weight. Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met Clean, sanitize, and otherwise help to maintain a sanitary production environment General cleaning of packing and grading areas - sweeps, mops, scrubs, wipes and picks up rubbish off the floor and cleans conveyors Work will be performed in a packinghouse facility with various temperatures from both hot to cold weather, standing for long periods of time, and must be able to lift 40 lbs repetitively. Work may also be performed in a refrigerated environment. 3 months of prior citrus produce packing house experience required. General Conditions Workers should be able to do the work required with or without reasonable accommodations. Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a timely and proficient manner without close supervision. Workers must obey all safety rules and basic instructions and be able to recognize, understand and comply with safety, Covid-19 safety protocols and other essential postings. Employees must be able to see all colors accurately in order to perform color-specific select packing.

Job Classification:

53-7064.00 - Packers and Packagers, Hand

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

This job requires a minimum of 3 months of experience sorting, packing, and grading citrus fruit. Applicants must be able to furnish verbal or written statement establishing relevant prior work experience. Workers must be able to perform manual tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Must be able to lift/carry up to 40 lbs repetitively. Employer-paid post-hire drug testing required.

Number of Hours Per Week:

35

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

IMG Citrus, Inc.

Location:

Vero Beach, FL 32967

Worksite

Address:

2600 45th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32967

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-21202-474741

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

See Addendum A for complete Piece Rate schedule

Date Posted:

7/26/2021

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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