Grader/Packer

Sunset Automotive Group; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable produce company in Ontario is seeking a Grader (Packer) to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include packing produce, ensuring products meet quality standards, and adhering to food safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have experience in a warehouse or produce environment and must be able to stand and walk for extended periods. The position offers $15.50/hr.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with produce or in warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to make critical decisions quickly.
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Pack product into containers and label properly.
• Handle produce carefully to prevent damage.
• Meet packing standards set by Supervisor.

Skills

Ability to learn and retain product knowledge

Manual dexterity

Good motor skills

Job description

Sungrow Farms in Ontario, NY, is seeking a Grader (Packer) who is responsible for working in a fast-paced environment, packing produce into the appropriate containers, and ensuring the product is properly labeled and meets company quality and food safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Pack product into containers and seal and label properly.
• Understand produce grade standards and maturity characteristics.
• Responsible for handling produce carefully to prevent bruising or damage to the product.
• Meets packing productivity standards as set out by the Supervisor.
• Cleaning and sanitization of the pack room.
• Meet packing standards set out by the Grading Supervisor, Line Leads or Quality Control.
• Follow Food Safety, Occupational Health and Safety and Operations policies and procedures.
• Identifies safety concerns and communicates with Supervisor accordingly.
• Any other tasks as directed by Supervision.
  
  

Education/Background Requirements

• Previous experience working with produce or in warehouse environment preferred.
  
  

Specific Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Ability to learn and retain a wealth of product and customer knowledge.
• Ability to make critical decisions quickly and repeatedly.
• Manual dexterity: ability to work with hands for the entire shift.
• Must be able to stand/walk for an extended amount of time.
• Good motor skills and eye/hand coordination.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in varying temperatures that can be cool to hot.
• Must be capable of frequently lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Position requires standing and walking for the entire shift.
• Environment includes a refrigerated warehouse, where the temperature averages 50°F and the background noise approaches 70 dcbs.
  
  

$15.50/hr