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Foothill Packing Inc Field Workers (Harvest) and Van Drivers in Aguila, Arizona
This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7401033
Crops: Mini Watermelon and Regular Watermelon, Onions & Melon Harvest\ Primary Job Duties:\ Mini Watermelon and Melon: Field harvest workers must be able to walk in uneven rows, and identifying ripened fruit through various techniques, such as color, striping, shape as directed by Supervisors. The worker would then use a knife to cut ripe melons off the vine. Workers then place the fruit on packing machine while walking on uneven rows through the fields. Workers on top of the packing machine will then identify size, and pack in a box, bag, tote, or bin. Workers will construct containers, whether boxes, baskets, or bins. Workers will then place fruit in the container, and then label each fruit with a sticker that identifies the commodity. After fruit is stickered, a divider will be placed inside boxes. Boxes sized will then either be stacked on pallets on a field trailer, or put into a bin, and marked according by size and information pertaining to the crew and location.
Regular Seedless Watermelon: Field harvest workers must be able to walk in uneven rows, and identify ripe fruit, and use a knife to cut ripe watermelons off the vine. Worker will then move fruit into furrow/row. Worker will perform bulk loading by bending down, picking up the watermelon and then placing the fruit on a machine belt or by forming part of an assembly line, in which the\ first worker bends down picks up the watermelon and it is passed on to consecutive workers by passing, catching, lifting, until it reaches the worker on the trailer. Workers on the trailer then load the fruit into bulk containers under the discretion of the supervisors, which are transported to a packing site. Workers must have the required physical strength and endurance to repeat the\ process rapidly and skillfully involved in this type of work. Workers will perform prolonged walking, bending, stooping.
Shed Labor: Workers will unload containers onto the packing line conveyer belt, (pitchers), workers designated to pack product will remove watermelons from tables that are pre-sorted and placed packed in containers. Workers will apply stickers, stack product, put lids on and strap product, perform traceability and receiving tagging, set up cartons and bins, and maintain sanitation in the\ shed. Workers will clean, sanitize, and organize the work area at the end of each shift.
General Labor: Weeding using long-handled hoes, runner cutting, plant thinning, and ranch maintenance, pulling plastic, pulling of drip tape, cleaning of old and new vegetative growth on plant bed. Workers may occasionally and/or sporadically perform duties associated with and directly related to the primary duties such as cleaning and general maintenance of the commodities specified\ during and after picking up trash, discarding material and assisting when equipment is moving within the ranch locations.\ The employer attests that any weeding work will be performed in compliance with 8 Cal. Code Regulations Section 3437, 3456(b-c).
Must have 1 months work experience with the produce as defined in this application including harvest work.\ To drive a Van, Employees must possess a valid drivers license (state issued) and must be able to pass Class B Physical exam and\ register as an FLCE driver. The employer will be responsible for the cost of the Arizona Drivers License, Class B Physical Exam, and\ registration as an FLCE driver (if any). The Drivers License and FLCE Certificate are job requirements.
Specific requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and being able to use hand tools. Must be able to work under conditions where skin and clothing become heavily soiled with mud, water, grease, etc.
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions, including rain, cold, high wind , etc. Work involves frequent bending and working in bent or stooped positions. Must be able to walk and stand up extensively. No smoking, alcohol, firearms in the field or housing.Workers must listen to, understand and follow instructions of company supervisors and managers.
Work is performed in open fields and may involve exposure to sun, mud, dust, wind, heat, cold, wet, humid, warm, and dry and other natural elements of the normal field environment. Temperatures can range from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the period of employment. Workers should come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for the environmental and working conditions described.
This work may entail exposure to plant pollens, insects, and noxious plants, and to fields and plant materials which have been treated with insect and/or disease control sprays. The employer will comply with all worker protection standards and re-entry restrictions applicable to pesticides and other chemicals used in the fields. Workers are also required to comply with all applicable worker protection standards and re-entry times. Workers must listen to, understand and follow instructions of company supervisors and managers.
Daily individual work assignments will be made by, and at the sole discretion of, the Company as the needs of the harvesting operation dictate. Workers will be assigned to specific worksites by the