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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Packing House Worker

Wolfe Brothers, Inc.

Mountain Home, ID

$16.54 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+12088343505
Email address to Apply:
wolfebros@hughes.net

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
6
Job Duties:
Crops/Commodities: hay/straw. Sort product according to shape, size, appearance, feel, and/or quality, in accordance with supervisor's instructions and employer standards. Inspect products for damage/defects and discard inferior products and foreign matter. Place product in bins/trays and other containers according to grade and mark grades on containers. Weigh products and record weight and/or grade. Handle product carefully to prevent damage. Responsible for putting hay pellets and cube bags onto the sewing machine. Operate equipment safely, with or without direction. Must follow quality control standards and production procedures. Clean/sanitize work station and equipment. Responsible for following proper procedures when loading trucks including, but not limited to, inspecting each bulk truck prior to loading (ensure it is free of contaminants), ensuring a sample is taken from each new lot number, and ensuring products have been sorted between organic and conventional. Must have sufficient hand and finger dexterity to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Must be able to differentiate colors, textures, and other attributes of product to distinguish varieties and identify defects. Must be able to follow and know the difference between conventional and organic product. Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer's products and property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination. Employer-paid post-hire drug testing is required upon reasonable suspicion of use and after a worker has an accident at work. Workers with a clean driving record (no major moving violations such as but not limited to Driving While Intoxicated or Reckless Driving) and able to obtain an insurable driver's license may drive company vehicles. 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 proficient manner without close supervision. Employer may request, but not require, workers to work more than the stated daily hours and/or on a worker's Sabbath or federal holidays. Worker must report to work at designated time and place each day. Daily or weekly work schedule may vary due to weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and other factors. Employer will notify workers of any change to start time. Workers will have an unpaid lunch break. Must be willing to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift hours as assigned by the employer. 1st Shift: 6am – 3pm 2nd Shift: 12pm – 9pm 3rd Shift: 9pm – 6am TERMINATION. Prior to any termination for cause, employer evaluates workers' performance of required tasks and compliance with Work Rules and other employer policies. Employer may terminate a worker for cause if the worker's performance consistently and/or substantially fails to satisfy the employer's reasonable expectations (in accordance with the criteria set forth herein), or otherwise engages in serious or egregious misconduct that endangers health, safety, or property. In assessing whether workers' performance meets reasonable expectations, employer evaluates, among other reasonable criteria, whether the worker: (1) has adequately complied with the Work Rules and any other policies or procedures; (2) has complied with all health and safety guidelines, including the use of tools or equipment in accordance with best practices to protect the employer's property, crops, and in a manner that avoids injury or damage; (3) has treated company property (tools, equipment, crops, fixtures, etc.), with care and respect, avoiding damage or improper cleanliness or maintenance standards;
Job Classification:
45-2041.00 - Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products

The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:
No
Special Requirements:
This job requires 20 days of agricultural experience, preferably in a packing house, handling both manual and mechanized tasks. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Employer-paid post-hire drug testing required. Must be willing to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift hours as assigned by the employer.
Number of Hours Per Week:
51
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
6:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Wolfe Brothers, Inc.
Location:
Grand View, ID 83624
Telephone Number:
+12088343505

Worksite

Address:
1288 Saw Mill Rd., Mountain Home, ID 83647

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-24078-808086
Multiple Worksites:
No
Date Posted:
3/26/2024

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