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Mission Produce (Nasdaq: AVO) is a global leader in the worldwide fresh produce business, delivering fresh Hass avocados and mangos to retail, wholesale and foodservice customers in over 25 countries. Since 1983, Mission Produce has been sourcing, producing and distributing fresh Hass avocados, and today also markets mangos and grows blueberries as part of its diversified portfolio. The Company is vertically integrated and owns five state-of-the-art packing facilities across the U.S., Mexico, Peru, and Guatemala. With sourcing capabilities across 20+ premium growing regions, the company provides a year-round supply of premium fresh fruit. Mission’s global distribution network includes strategically positioned forward distribution centers across key markets throughout North America, China, Europe, and the UK, offering value-added services such as ripening, bagging, custom packing and logistical management.

Job Summary

Responsible for packing bagged avocados according to correct bag and avocado quality based on Mission Produce standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand the differences in avocados including, but not limited to, size, label, color, ripeness and overall quality.
• Understand the various customers and the specifications in quality that each customer requires.
• Understand the various proper packing procedures including, but not limited to, box types and bag configurations.
• Determine fruit and bag quality and sort according to company and customer quality standards.
• Utilize any supporting packing materials for all product types.
• Ensure the working area is always clean and ready according to company standards.
• Undergo safety and job training pertinent to your job.
• Complete other duties as directed by supervisors or leads.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to work and communicate well with supervisors, leads and fellow employees.
• Ability to communicate and read in Spanish or English effectively.
• Ability to accomplish and manage tasks in a timely manner without constant direct supervision.
• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to be occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, temperatures between 35 and 45 degrees and safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability and willingness to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, stoop, kneel, crouch, smell, etc., as needed to perform essential tasks.

Pay $18.00-$21.94