Ripening Forecast Analyst

Epic Personnel Partners, LLC; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Epic Personnel Partners is seeking a Ripening Forecast Analyst to join our client's food distribution team in Brighton, CO. The role supports the Ripening Manager by forecasting, planning, and maintaining product quality to meet customer standards, with a focus on efficiency and timely operations.

In this full-time position, you will forecast demand using data trends, supervise the ripening cycle, conduct inspections, coordinate with distribution centers, and ensure sanitation and equipment

Qualifications

• Hands-on banana ripening experience and knowledge of maturation stages.
• Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Understanding of banana supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Utilize forecasting models based on customer data, historical trends, and business capacity.
• Supervise the continuous ripening cycle to meet demand while ensuring product quality and shelf-life.
• Conduct inbound inspections to ensure product meets criteria before ripening.
• Communicate with the Ripening Manager, customers, and distribution centers on demand and supply changes.
• Oversee sanitation and preventive maintenance for ripening rooms and equipment.
• Track and maintain records of customer feedback, implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Skills

banana ripening experience

planning

organizational skills

communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

WMS GOLD

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Ripening Forecast Analyst - Brighton, CO

** Pay:** $47,500 - $52,500 per year
** Schedule:** Full-Time | Requires flexibility based on business needs

About the Role

Epic Personnel Partners is seeking a Ripening Forecast Analyst to join our client's food distribution team in Bloomfield, CT. The Ripening Forecast Analyst supports the Ripening Manager in ensuring the efficient operation of the ripening facility. This role plays a vital part in forecasting, planning, and maintaining optimal product quality to meet customer standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize forecasting models based on customer data, historical trends, and business capacity.
• Supervise the continuous ripening cycle to meet demand while ensuring product quality and shelf-life.
• Conduct inbound inspections to ensure product meets criteria before ripening.
• Communicate with the Ripening Manager, customers, and distribution centers on demand and supply changes.
• Oversee sanitation and preventive maintenance for ripening rooms and equipment.
• Track and maintain records of customer feedback, implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Requirements

• Hands-on banana ripening experience and knowledge of maturation stages.
• Understanding of banana supply chain processes.
• Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel ; WMS (GOLD) experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in variable temperature environments.
• Must be flexible with schedule and adapt to changing operational needs.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced distribution environment.
• Collaborative culture focused on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive pay and room for growth within the organization.

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