fruit packer - farm

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Spanish

Work site environment

• Fruit and vegetable combination farming
• Organic farming
• Outdoors
• Confined spaces
• At heights
• Wet/damp
• Odours
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy
• Cold/refrigerated
• All weather conditions
• Dirty

Work setting

• Rural area

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
• Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
• Pack fruits and vegetables
• Clean work area
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market
• Check products for quality control
• Process files and paperwork
• Hire and train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

• Apples

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Quick learner

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)