Food Production Company
Description
Ripener
Location: Dallas, TX
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.00/hour
Job Type: Temporary
Company: Food Production Company
Schedule: Weekend availability required. Overtime and rotating shifts as needed.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Ripener to oversee inventory management and product ripening operations in a fast-paced production environment. This position is responsible for monitoring inventory, maintaining quality standards, performing inspections, and ensuring products meet required specifications before shipment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and monitor the ripening process to ensure products meet established quality standards.
- Maintain accurate daily inventory records.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute ripening schedules based on forecasted needs.
- Monitor ripening rooms and make adjustments as necessary.
- Perform quality inspections, product evaluations, and color checks.
- Sort and grade incoming products.
- Supervise loading and unloading activities, including inspections of inbound products.
- Ensure quality evaluations of inbound and outbound products are completed and documented.
- Report products that do not meet specifications, including packaging or appearance concerns.
- Communicate inventory levels, product availability, quality issues, and operational updates to relevant teams.
- Prepare, review, and maintain operational reports.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and support corrective actions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years of ripening experience or related experience.
- Forklift experience required.
- Strong ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working with perishable products preferred.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Work Schedule
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts.
- Shifts typically begin at 7:00 AM or 9:30 AM, with end times varying based on operational needs.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting, and reaching.
- Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements.
- Ability to work around machinery and production equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 80 lbs., with or without assistance.
- Comfortable working in hot, cold, humid, and fast-paced environments.
- Ability to work in areas with elevated noise levels.
Apply Today
Apply now to join a team committed to quality, efficiency, and operational excellence.