Our Kingsville Distribution Center, a 150,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7, is currently seeking a Operations Specialist - Farmsto join our team. The essential function of this position is to investigate the outbound quality at the shipping doors and determine if product meets the requirement.

Shift:

This position is for our new berry cold storage facility located on highway 77

Rotating work schedule (working days and afternoons), Hours range between 8-12 hour shifts.

This position is for a current vacancy.

Full-time permanent.

Wage: $21.40/hr.

This position will follow agriculture employment standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Receive, inspect, and label incoming shipments; verify quality, quantity, and accuracy of invoices.

• Rotate and store products properly according to size, date, and quantity, ensuring warehouse organization and

cleanliness.

• Operate forklifts and scan guns to transport, count, and record inventory movements.

• Conduct and document quality audits, inspections, and non-conformance reports per company and SQF

standards.

• Prepare and maintain accurate warehouse, shipping, and inventory records; reconcile physical and system

(NAV/ERP) inventories.

• Pull, stage, and return production materials as requested; ensure timely supply and proper rotation of stock.

• Inspect and approve product quality at receiving, production, and shipping stages to meet customer

specifications.

• Support commodity planning, daily allocations, and rework coordination; ensure communication between

Production, Sales, and Shipping.

• Train, coach, and assist team members; provide coverage for absences or vacations as needed.

• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and internal departments regarding shipments,

temperatures, shortages, and load statuses.

• Monitor and file all safety, quality, and shipping documentation accurately and promptly.

• Education/Background Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Experience in the produce industry preferred.

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of warehouse order selecting experience required, produce experience preferred.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of tasks.
• Strong communication, reading, and writing skills in English; basic math proficiency.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills with the ability to handle

multiple projects and associated stress.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with NAV, JDA, or similar systems an asset.
• Creative, adaptable, and able to manage unexpected issues with urgency and professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal tactfully and respectfully with customers, vendors, and

coworkers.

• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and a team-oriented mindset in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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• Forklift operation experience preferred; ability to repetitively lift up to 30 lbs

Working Conditions:

• Environment includes an expansive refrigerated warehouse, where the temperature averages 34°F (1°C).
• The background noise approaches 70 dcbs.
• Use of company computer to input information.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Position requires long periods of standing and walking as well as use of step ladders to inspect stacked pallets

of product.

• Position requires walking and bending on a regular basis.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform computer skills as needed.

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Please note: Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put into place.