Pack house laborer

Description

Inspect fruit and divert fruit which does not meet quality specifications. Obtain boxes from stacked pallet or conveyor Manually pack fruit into Number One (#1) bushel boxes Apply cover lid and push downline to the taper/labeler

· Visually inspect fruit which is destined for the bin filler · Remove fruit which does not meet specifications and divert it according to quality level and according to supervisor direction · Periodically check fruit in the bin to ensure that the fruit has not been damaged by the equipment/process. Notify the supervisor of any issues observed. Repair bins as needed using materials and tools provided · Ensure that only acceptable condition bins are delivered for filling. Notify a supervisor or forklift operator to remove any dirty or unacceptable bins. · Ensure the bin filler maintains a consistent flow and finished bins are promptly rotated out as completed. Prepare cardboard boxes using materials and tools provided according to established procedures. · Prepare the machine and glue at least 30 minutes before start of production · Gather cardboard and place into the magazine of the box machine. · Run machine to form boxes. · Remove formed boxes from output conveyor and either stack on pallet(s) or hang on overhead hook conveyor · Ensure machine is filled with glue, monitor machine to detect and prevent jams Prepare RPC’s (Returnable Plastic Containers) by manually erecting / locking them into fixed, box position · Remove outer shrink wrap from the pallet of RPC’s using a company provided knife/sharp implement. · Visually inspect pallets of RPC’s and remove or do not use any which are broken or appear dirty Manually erect the RPC, and place it on a stand, pallet, or rollers in preparation for fruit packing

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English is preferred Spanish-speaking only staff may qualify, with bi-lingual supervisors in place