General Labor US

Job Summary

The General Labor role is responsible for activities that maintain a healthy crop and for harvesting produce that is ready for market.

Duties and Responsibilities

Crop maintenance; winding, suckering, de-leafing, lowering and pruning
Harvest vegetables; using hand tools such as shears and knives
Inspect crop quality; monitor for issues such as diseases, insect pests; report to personnel with authority
May assist with coordinating day-to-day activities, including guiding peers, organizing workflow, and serving as a communication link within the team under the guidance and direction of management
Communicate frequently with Labor Supervisor; report quality issues, product shortages, or damage to packaging and materials
Responsible for the careful handling of produce to prevent bruising or damage; ensure quality, food safety, and packing standards are met

May be assigned additional responsibilities based on operational needs, including equipment operation (e.g., forklift, tugger), product and material handling, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation within the greenhouse environment

Maintain a clean work area throughout the shift, ensuring all equipment and areas are properly sanitized; report damages or mechanical issues to personnel with authority
Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure standards consistently meet expectations
Other core expectations as defined by the company

Requirements & Skills

Secondary school diploma or equivalent preferred
No previous experience required; general understanding of greenhouse operations preferred
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail
Ability to work at heights up to 15 feet.

Working Conditions

Hours of work may vary depending on business needs.; flexibility required
This role operates in a hot, humid environment, where temperatures range from 90-100°F or more depending on the time of year. Occasional work within a refrigerated packhouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation
Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands as well as visual requirements
The position requires the ability to regularly lift to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds
This role regularly requires the employee to work at height up to 15 feet using a platform lifting device or scissor lift

Compensation & Benefits:
This position offers a salary range of $19.57/hourly USD , with final compensation varying based on experience, skills, internal equity, and location. In addition Pure Flavor offers a competitive total rewards package, including company-paid benefits, 401K matching, and paid time off.