About this opportunity
Pero Family Farms lists this Packer, Stacker, Dumper Line Worker, MI opportunity in benton harbor, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Packer, Stacker, Dumper Line WorkerWe are seeking reliable and detail-oriented individuals to join our operations team as Packers, Stackers, and Dumpers. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that fresh produce is carefully handled, accurately packed, safely stacked, and efficiently moved through the production process. The ideal candidate is dependable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and committed to maintaining food safety and quality standards. Shift flexibility is required.Responsibilities and duties include:Sort, inspect, and pack fresh produce into boxes, cartons, or crates according to company specifications and quality standards.Ensure correct labeling, weights, and counts on all packed products.Maintain a clean and organized work area to prevent product contamination.Safely stack packed cartons or crates onto pallets for storage or shipment.Wrap and secure pallets to ensure safe transport and minimize product damage.Follow stacking patterns to optimize space, air flow and maintain load stability.Load and dump raw produce onto conveyors, hoppers, or processing lines.Monitor product flow and remove foreign materials or defective items.Ensure dumping is done safely to prevent bruising, damage, or product falling on the floor.Additional requirements include:Prior experience in produce handling, warehouse, or food processing preferred, but not required (training provided).Ability to work in varying temperatures (cold storage and production areas).Strong attention to detail to maintain quality and food safety standards.Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and bend frequently as required.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English (Spanish bilingual a plus).Commitment to teamwork, reliability, and safety practices.Skills include:Good communication skills, including basic written and spoken English, to ensure understanding of safety procedures and documentation.A working knowledge of English and basic mathAbility to collaborate with managementWorking conditions include:Fast-paced production facility handling perishable fresh produce.Exposure to varying temperatures, including cold storage, refrigerated, and damp environments.Frequent interaction with conveyors, pallet jacks, shrink wrap equipment, and other production machinery.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and required (e.g., gloves, hairnets, safety vests, steel-toe shoes as applicable).Work may involve exposure to moisture, organic materials, and routine sanitation chemicals.Noise levels may vary depending on production activity.Shift flexibility required, including potential overtime, weekends, and holidays based on production demands.Physical requirements include:Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds regularly.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching.Repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements for packing, stacking, and sorting tasks.Manual dexterity required to handle produce, labeling, and packaging materials.Ability to maintain pace with production line speed.Visual ability to inspect produce for quality, defects, and foreign materials.Education and experience include:Minimum High School Education / G.E.D. preferred or applicable certificationUnderstanding of Produce Standards, and or basic produce experience preferredCompany benefits include:401(k)Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
Worksite address
benton harbor, MI, 49022, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.