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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Farm Worker (cilantro Harvest)

J.A.M. Packing, Inc.

Lompoc, CA

$19.97 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
805-346-6410

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
20
Job Duties:
Cilantro Harvest‐ Field worker to harvest cilantro. 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. 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. Crew Lead‐ Team Leaders will additionally be responsible for checking quality, filling out paperwork, and receiving order for production. May clock in other workers. Tractor Driver‐ Tractor drivers will drive and control tractors in fields. Sanitation worker‐ Cleans, pressure washes, and moves restrooms on farms/fields.
Job Classification:
45-2092.00 - Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

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:
All workers must have at least 1 month of experience in cilantro harvest. Specific requirements include lifting up to 30-55 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.
Number of Hours Per Week:
35
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
J.A.M. Packing, Inc.
Location:
Orcutt, CA 93455

Worksite

Address:
Campbell- Silva/Huyck Ranch #1 NE Corner W Ocean Ave & Floradale Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-25038-673708
Multiple Worksites:
No
Date Posted:
3/6/2025
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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