Fresh Cut Production Associate

Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) retirement plan

Pet insurance

Job summary

Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC is seeking a Fresh Cut Production Associate to clean, slice, sort, inspect, and package fresh produce in a refrigerated environment. The role supports the production line, ensuring products are prepared for shipment with strict adherence to food safety and GMPs.

Flexibility for schedule and overtime is available. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced setting, maintains attention to detail, and follows all SOPs to uphold quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift.
• Must be able to distinguish colors accurately for grading and sorting.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Grade, classify, clean, slice, trim, sort, and package produce according to size, weight, color, and quality specs.
• Place produce into bags, trays, or other packaging for shipment.
• Inspect products and remove defective items (bruise, scar, etc.).
• Compare products against charts or samples to ensure quality adherence.
• Notify supervisors of production or quality issues and assist with corrective actions.

Skills

Stamina

Color vision

Fast-paced env

Attention to detail

Job description

Position Summary

The Fresh Cut Production Associate is responsible for cleaning, slicing, sorting, inspecting, and packaging fresh produce according to line leader and department supervisor instructions. This role supports the production process by preparing products for shipment while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment. The position requires attention to detail, efficiency, and adherence to food safety standards in a fast-paced, refrigerated production environment.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Grade, classify, clean, slice, trim, sort, and package produce according to size, weight, color, and quality specifications
• Place produce into bags, trays, or other packaging for shipment
• Inspect products for quality and remove defective items such as bruised or scarred produce
• Compare products against charts or samples to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Notify supervisors of production or quality issues and assist with corrective actions
• Maintain clean, organized, sanitized, and safe workstations and production areas
• Work efficiently in a refrigerated production environment
• Follow all company food safety procedures, GMPs, and SOPs

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to stand and walk for 8+ hours per shift
• Ability to distinguish colors accurately for produce grading
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in produce handling, fresh cut production, food processing, or warehouse environments
• Prior experience with fresh produce packaging and quality inspection

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, reach, and manipulate items constantly throughout the shift
• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment (approximately 38°F)
• Tolerate wet floors due to washing and sanitation processes

Schedule and Compensation

• Production shifts: Monday – Friday, starting at 7:00 AM
• Shift end times may vary; flexibility required
• Overtime opportunities available
• Starting pay rate: $16.37

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Pet insurance

Work Environment

• Refrigerated production room maintained at approximately 38°F
• Wet floors due to produce washing and sanitation processes
• Personal protective equipment provided: boots, smocks, hairnets

Employment Eligibility

This position requires compliance with federal law, including completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC participates in E-Verify, an electronic employment eligibility verification program operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

EEO Statement

Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

E-Verify Participation Statement

Wholesale Produce Supply, LLC participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.