Ripening Specialist
- Req. Number: RIPEN001832
- Company: Four Seasons Produce
- Address: N/A
- City, State: Ephrata, PA
As the ripening specialist you will oversee all aspects of our ripening programs to ensure company and customer expectations are met.
Schedule: Front Half Sunday - Wednesday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Back Half - Wednesday - Saturday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location: Ephrata, PA (onsite)
What you get to do as a Ripening Specialist
What you bring
What We Offer
Who We Are
We are a family of companies that focus on wholesale produce distribution and logistics across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. We partner with local growers to bring fresh organic and conventional produce to our Lancaster County, PA facility. We grade and package fruits and vegetables, sending only the best with our Drivers to deliver to independent retailers, natural food stores, and food co-ops.
We care about our associates and are committed to a healthy, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status under federal, state and local laws.
Four Seasons Family of Companies participates in E-Verify. Four Seasons Family of Companies participa en E-Verify.
Schedule: Front Half Sunday - Wednesday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Back Half - Wednesday - Saturday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location: Ephrata, PA (onsite)
What you get to do as a Ripening Specialist
- Accurately ripen by color stage or pressure the quantity of fruit forecasted by the sales team each week
- Work with Facilities to help maintain ripening rooms and equipment on a consistent basis
- Collaborate with internal departments (FSP Sales, Buying and SLI) to ensure fruit in need of ripening flows efficiently throughout operations and is ripened to customer specification
- Develop and maintain auditing systems to ensure compliance with standards
- Work with Manager and Assistant Managers on scheduling/coverage of Ripening Associates to meet company and customer requirements.
- Develop and conduct regular position-specific training for Ripening Associates
- Support QC Manager/Assistant Manager in continuous improvement and change management efforts
- Set a consistent example for others in conducting thorough audits, time management, leadership, communication, professionalism and integrity.
- Operate equipment safely, follow safe work practices, maintain a safe work area, and adhere to food safety policies.
What you bring
- A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalency
- 5 years of produce ripening experience, specifically in bananas, tomatoes and avocados
- Ideally, prior knowledge of Four Seasons Produce, Inc. operations
- Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software programs
- Must be able to distinguish colors for grading produce and have keen attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and make sound decisions
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills
What We Offer
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Earned Wage Access - flexible access to wages before payday
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Company life insurance & voluntary life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, wellness program, employee assistance program, Success Coach, and more!
Who We Are
We are a family of companies that focus on wholesale produce distribution and logistics across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. We partner with local growers to bring fresh organic and conventional produce to our Lancaster County, PA facility. We grade and package fruits and vegetables, sending only the best with our Drivers to deliver to independent retailers, natural food stores, and food co-ops.
We care about our associates and are committed to a healthy, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status under federal, state and local laws.
Four Seasons Family of Companies participates in E-Verify. Four Seasons Family of Companies participa en E-Verify.
