Production Assistant I

Job Summary The Production Assistant I will learn all aspects of production for Mission Produce. They will work side-by-side with the Production Supervisor and Production Coordinators to ensure production requirements are met to achieve Mission’s goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in stacking and quality inspections.
• Assist shipping and receiving with order breakdowns and order preparation.
• Understand and adhere to Mission’s ripening cycle.
• Understand inventory levels and FIFO procedures.
• Conduct routine and visual inspections on the avocados and mangos.
• Sample and inspect raw and finished products to ensure conformance to standards.
• Initiate and complete aging, shipping, receiving, and grading reports.
• Set up stations and equipment to measure quality specifications.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills among the team and other departments.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to follow standard operating procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Must have the ability to be flexible, including holidays and weekends.
• Display a positive attitude towards tasks.
• May be required to work Overtime as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment from 34°F – 42°F.
• Ability to lift or move 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability and willingness to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch/bend as needed to perform essential tasks.