Packer, Stacker, Dumper Line Worker, MI

Description

Title: Packer, Stacker, Dumper Line Worker

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Location: Benton Harbor, MI

Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt

Position Starts at $14/HR

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented individuals to join our operations team as Packers, Stackers, and Dumpers. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that fresh produce is carefully handled, accurately packed, safely stacked, and efficiently moved through the production process. The ideal candidate is dependable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and committed to maintaining food safety and quality standards. Shift flexibility is required.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Packing:

• •Sort, inspect, and pack fresh produce into boxes, cartons, or crates according to company specifications and quality standards.
• •Ensure correct labeling, weights, and counts on all packed products.
• •Maintain a clean and organized work area to prevent product contamination

Stacking:

• •Safely stack packed cartons or crates onto pallets for storage or shipment.
• •Wrap and secure pallets to ensure safe transport and minimize product damage.
• •Follow stacking patterns to optimize space, air flow and maintain load stability.

Dumping:

• •Load and dump raw produce onto conveyors, hoppers, or processing lines.
• •Monitor product flow and remove foreign materials or defective items.
• •Ensure dumping is done safely to prevent bruising, damage, or product falling on the floor.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• •Prior experience in produce handling, warehouse, or food processing preferred, but not required (training provided).
• •Ability to work in varying temperatures (cold storage and production areas).
• •Strong attention to detail to maintain quality and food safety standards.
• •Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and bend frequently as required.
• •Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English (Spanish bilingual a plus).
• •Commitment to teamwork, reliability, and safety practices.

SKILLS

• •Good communication skills, including basic written and spoken English, to ensure understanding of safety procedures and documentation.
• •A working knowledge of English and basic math
• •Ability to collaborate with management

WORKING CONDITIONS

• •Fast-paced production facility handling perishable fresh produce.
• •Exposure to varying temperatures, including cold storage, refrigerated, and damp environments.
• •Frequent interaction with conveyors, pallet jacks, shrink wrap equipment, and other production machinery.
• •Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and required (e.g., gloves, hairnets, safety vests, steel-toe shoes as applicable).
• •Work may involve exposure to moisture, organic materials, and routine sanitation chemicals.
• •Noise levels may vary depending on production activity.
• •Shift flexibility required, including potential overtime, weekends, and holidays based on production demands.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• •Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• •Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• •Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching.
• •Repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements for packing, stacking, and sorting tasks.
• •Manual dexterity required to handle produce, labeling, and packaging materials.
• •Ability to maintain pace with production line speed.
• •Visual ability to inspect produce for quality, defects, and foreign materials.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• •Minimum High School Education / G.E.D. preferred or applicable certification
• •Understanding of Produce Standards, and or basic produce experience preferred

COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS

• •401(k)
• •Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more

The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the company's needs evolve.

Título: Trabajador de línea – Empaque, apilado y descarga

Reporta a: Supervisor de producción

Ubicación: Benton Harbor, MI

Tipo: A tiempo completo | Presencial | No exento

Salario inicial: $14 por hora

RESUMEN DE LA COMPAÑÍA

Pero Family Farms es líder en cuota de mercado con más de un siglo de dedicación, compromiso e integridad. En funcionamiento desde 1908, Pero es la granja en la que tanto los minoristas como los consumidores confían. Somos una operación agrícola totalmente integrada, con departamentos especializados en agricultura orgánica, logística, gestión global de la cadena de suministro, operaciones nacionales de ventas, operaciones de procesamiento de alimentos y funciones estratégicas de marketing. Nuestra operación abarca más de 35.000 acres a lo largo de la Costa Este de Estados Unidos, desde Florida hasta Nueva York, con instalaciones de distribución y producción en varios estados diferentes. Nos enorgullece mantener una sólida herencia familiar y una tradición dedicada a la calidad, la innovación y un excelente servicio al cliente, alimentando a las familias estadounidenses durante más de un siglo. La pasión de nuestra familia por la agricultura sigue siendo inquebrantable, con la visión de continuar la tradición durante muchas generaciones, manteniendo al tiempo la reverencia y la confianza que ha establecido con el consumidor estadounidense. A medida que ampliamos nuestra oferta para incluir una variedad de opciones de vegetales orgánicos; Nos hemos convertido en uno de los mayores productores de vegetales orgánicos del país y queremos ampliar nuestra familia de trabajadores. Únete a nosotros para continuar y fortalecer nuestra posición como líder de cuota de mercado, dedicado y de confianza tanto para minoristas como para consumidores.

RESUMEN DEL PUESTO

Buscamos personas responsables y orientadas al detalle para unirse a nuestro equipo de operaciones para realizar labores de empacado, apilado y descarga. Este puesto desempeña una función fundamental para garantizar que los productos frescos se manipulen con cuidado, se empaquen con precisión, se apilen de forma segura y se trasladen de manera eficiente a lo largo del proceso de producción. El candidato ideal es fiable, capaz de trabajar en un entorno dinámico y comprometido con mantener los estándares de seguridad y calidad alimentaria. Se requiere flexibilidad en los turnos.

RESPONSABILIDADES Y DEBERES

Empacado:

• •Clasificar, inspeccionar y empacar productos frescos en cajas, cartones o cajones según las especificaciones y estándares de calidad de la compañía.
• •Asegurar que todos los productos empacados tengan el etiquetado, peso y canti