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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

6

Job Duties:

Celery Harvest- Field worker to harvest celery, organic and conventional. Cut, bunch, pack, and load fresh celery in the field. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the stalk from the roots and trims the outer stalks from the stalk to prepare it to be packed into a cartons, totes, or bins. The process is repeated. Worker responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Lettuce Harvest- Field worker to harvest green leaf, red leaf, butter, iceberg, romaine, romaine hearts. Cut, bag, pack, and load fresh lettuce in the field. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the head from the roots and trims the outer leaves from the head to prepare it to be packed into a carton or tote. The process is repeated. Worker is responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Field worker to harvest bulk lettuce. Cut and core fresh iceberg lettuce in the field. Cutting and coring is done on a harvesting belt using hands and a cutting/coring knife. Using a coring knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the lettuce from the root, trims the outer leaves, cores the center of the lettuce with a knife and places on belt. The process is repeated, workers are responsible for cleaning of equipment. Chards/Kale/Collard Greens Harvest- Field worker to harvest chards/kale/collard greens. Cutting is done by kneeling on beds next to a machine or without a machine. The employee determines the size and quality of the product to be harvested. Then, using a harvesting hand knife, the employee cuts the appropriate amount of product from its roots, cleans by hand the defective leaves and trims the stems. The product may then be tied, sleeved or banded before being packed or placed into a box/tote or placed on a belt. The cartons or totes have a specific count or weight requirement. Once product is harvested, the employee will cut remaining plant growth down to dirt level, allowing clean regrowth. Cilantro/Parsley Harvest- Field worker to harvest cilantro/parsley. Cutting is done by kneeling on beds next to a machine or without a machine. The employee determines the size and quality of the product to be harvested. Then, using a harvesting hand knife, the employee cuts the appropriate amount of product from its roots, cleans by hand the defective leaves and trims the stems. The product is then tied, sleeved or banded before being packed or placed into a box/tote or placed on a belt. The cartons or totes have a specific count or weight requirement. Crew Lead- Team Leaders will additionally be responsible for checking quality, filling out paperwork, and receiving order for production. May clock in other workers. This is not a supervisory position and this position does not require making personnel decisions or developing compliance or safety protocols. Such standards are developed by Supervisors and managers. Crew Leaders will observe workers to ensure safety and compliance standards are maintained and will report issues or problems to Supervisors. Machine set up- Worker will check the machine for water and diesel; Put sticker on bags; Supply cartons for the day and put on the machine; Open or close machine; Put machine where crew will start; move trailer, drive tractor and caterpillar. General Labor- Weeding using long-handled hoes, transplanting, runner cutting, plant thinning, and ranch maintenance, pulling plastic, pulling of drip tape, cleaning of old and new vegetative growth on plant bed. Plant bed will be classified as “Medium” or “High” according to the amount of runners and new/old vegetative growth present during performing work task.

Job Classification:

53-3053.00 - Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

1

Special Requirements:

Minimum Job Qualifications: 1 month of harvest experience in any of the commodities listed. Specific requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and able to use hand tools, including cutting knives. Must be able to work under conditions where skin and clothing become heavily soiled with mud, water, grease, etc. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions, including rain, cold, high winds, etc. Work involves frequent bending and working in bent or stooped positions. Must be able to walk and stand up extensively. No smoking, alcohol, firearms in the field or residential housing. Work is performed in open fields and may involve exposure to mud, dust, wind, heat, cold, and other natural elements. Temperatures can range from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the period of employment. Workers should come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for the environmental and working conditions described.

Number of Hours Per Week:

35

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

5:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Elkhorn Packing Co. LLC

Location:

Salinas, CA 93901

Worksite

Address:

Coultas- Arlene- 15081 W Telegraph Rd, Santa Paula, CA 93060

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-24263-348550

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

Varies

Date Posted:

10/24/2024

Piece Rate Offer

$0.60

Additional Information on Special Pay / Estimated Hourly Rate(s)

See addendum A

Is overtime pay available?

Yes

Are there any minimum productivity standards that will be required?

Yes

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