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Sysco Corporation

Fruit Ripening Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25.24 - $37.84/hr

Manage all activities related to banana handling and ripening, including conducting quality ... some weekends and holidays based on the needs of our business Good working knowledge of Microsoft ...

Chiquita Brands

Ripener

Henderson, NV · On-site

... weekend and holiday shifts) due to the continuous nature of the ripening process and the costs ... Complete inbound inspections of banana loads as to meet Customer quality expectations. * Complete ...

Chiquita Brands

Ripener

Greensboro, NC · On-site

... weekend and holiday shifts) due to the continuous nature of the ripening process and the costs ... Complete inbound inspections of banana loads as to meet Customer quality expectations. * Complete ...

Chiquita Brands

Ripener

Greensboro, NC · On-site

... weekend and holiday shifts) due to the continuous nature of the ripening process and the costs ... Complete inbound inspections of banana loads as to meet Customer quality expectations. * Complete ...

Albertsons

Quality Control Inspector

Tracy, CA

$27/hr

... banana ripening. * Work with warehouse personnel to answer any questions with regard to product ... Ability to work on rotating weekends and flexible hours. Job Type: Full-time Salary: The pay range ...

Chiquita Brands

Ripener

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

... weekend and holiday shifts) due to the continuous nature of the ripening process and the costs ... Complete inbound inspections of banana loads as to meet Customer quality expectations. * Complete ...

Albertsons

Quality Control Inspector

Denver, CO

$30/hr

... · Assist with Banana ripening as necessary. We are looking for candidates who possess the ... Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35°F ...

Albertsons

Quality Control Inspector

Denver, CO

... * Assist with Banana ripening as necessary. We are looking for candidates who possess the ... Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35F ...

Albertsons

Quality Control

Methuen, MA

$19.50 - $25/hr

... * Assist with Banana ripening as necessary. We are looking for candidates who possess the ... Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35F ...

Albertsons

Quality Control

Methuen, MA · On-site

... * Assist with Banana ripening as necessary. We are looking for candidates who possess the ... Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35°F ...

Albertsons

Quality Control Inspector

Denver, CO · On-site

... * Assist with Banana ripening as necessary. We are looking for candidates who possess the ... Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35°F ...

Albertsons

$26 - $38/hr

... * Assist with Banana ripening as necessary. We are looking for candidates who possess the ... Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including weekends and holidays, in a cold (35°F ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Banana Ripening vs Weekend Fruit Packing Worker?

AspectWeekend Banana RipeningWeekend Fruit Packing Worker
CredentialsBasic food handling and safety certificationsBasic food handling and safety certifications
Work EnvironmentRipening rooms, controlled climatePacking facilities, refrigerated areas
Industry UsageBanana production and distributionFruit packaging and logistics

Both roles require food safety certifications and work in controlled environments. While Banana Ripening focuses on managing the ripening process of bananas, Fruit Packing Workers handle the packaging and preparation of various fruits. They are integral to the fruit supply chain but differ in specific tasks and environments.

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Fruit Ripening Technician

Fruit Ripening Technician

Sysco Corporation

Chicago, IL • On-site

$25.24 - $37.84/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Sysco rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 314 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

118th of 337 rated logistics

Job description

Company:
US1639 Greco RFD (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC)
Sales Territory:
None
Zip Code:
60612
Travel Percentage:
0
Compensation Range:
$25.24 - $37.84
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of our warehouse banana ripening program to ensure we meet our customer's ripening requirements and expectations
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Manage all activities related to banana handling and ripening, including conducting quality inspections, development of ripening cycles, actual ripening, and post ripening handling
  • Conduct required quality inspections related to the ripening process such as ventilation, humidity, temperature, etc. and communicate reports daily.
  • Sort and grade product in accordance with color/ripeness chart
  • Work closely with procurement and sales departments to project sales and manage inventory
  • Coordinate delivery schedules to maintain adequate inventory and ripening schedules
  • Manage inventory on a daily and weekly basis
  • Partner with FSQA and EHS to ensure proper protocols for ethylene gassing procedures and chemical storage are met
  • Maintain a safe work environment by completing required safety training, and adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Education Required:
High School diploma or G.E.D. required
Education Preferred:
Associate degree in agriculture or related discipline preferred
Experience Required:
Minimum 2 years' experience in banana ripening processes including the experience with ethylene, or equivalent experience
Licenses/Certifications Required:
Must be able to operate a pallet jack and forklift
Technical Skills and Abilities:
Excellent communication and relationship building skills and the ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Good judgment and the awareness of financial impact of decisions
Must be able to work independently on routine and non-routine assignments
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some weekends and holidays based on the needs of our business
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Basic mathematical operations (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing).
Detail-oriented.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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