Title:  Packer for the Fruit Plant

Status:   Seasonal Full Time

Reports To:  Fruit Plant Production Manager

Review Date:  End of Season

Duties 

The Packer will be responsible to manually pack containers of finished product into cases. Any defective packages are to be set aside.

Other Duties

• Must follow all company GMP’s and SOP’s.
• To ensure the correct number of containers are packed in each flat.
• Check that the container label is applied correctly.
• Check that the proper code is on the containers.
• Report any deficiencies to the Fruit Plant Production Manager.
• Rework product when necessary.
• Have packaging material such as flats readily at hand
• Take an active part in changeovers removing from the line the size packaging that had used and replenishing the packaging with the size packaging that will be used
• Be an effective member of the team.
• Perform periodic clean up as needed throughout the shift
• Observe and follow the sanitation standards set in the Fruit Plant’s policies
• Work in a safe manner using safe work practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Must be punctual and able to work unsupervised
• Provide skills training to other on site employees as required
• Be willing to take any requested safety sponsored by the company
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment including steel toe shoes
• Maintenance of a safe working environment
• Comply with all food safety policies

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. using correct lifting techniques
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able work in a cool environment

Hours:   6:30 am – 6:30 pm or as necessary

Overtime work is required.

There will be weekend work as required by the blueberry harvest.

The work is seasonal from July to October

Location:  Nova Fruit Plant

1231 Middle Dyke Rd.

Centreville, N.S.

Special working conditions:

• There is a lot of moving equipment
• There is forklift traffic in a fast paced environment
• There is close quarters to walk in
• Tools are provided if required.
• Must have own transportation

Qualified candidates are asked to submit their resume to careers@mycountrymagic.com.