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General Manager - Mount Pleasant, Texas
Local Bounti is a leading controlled environment agriculture (CEA) company. Our mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the freshest, locally grown produce in the fewest food miles possible.
By growing local and minimizing the distance between farm and plate, Local Bounti helps eliminate food waste and provides fresh, high-quality produce to areas of the country over 1,000 miles from their current source. Our sustainable greenhouse technology delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our diverse selection of crops, resulting in 90% less water consumption and 95% less land use than conventional agriculture, no need for herbicides or pesticides, and the lowest carbon footprint in the industry. We provide an interactive, educational, and safe work environment and are* dedicated to helping our employees grow* within the company. Local Bounti is committed to fully integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives in all our business activities.
Our mission is rooted in sustainability and in turn human welfare. Therefore, we are committed to the growth and cultivation of our employee's well-being, so that our employees feel that they are in a career environment that enables them to thrive personally and professionally. We provide an interactive, educational, and safe work environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within the company. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to employees working over 30 hours a week.

• Competitive Pay
• A career path for promotions, with clearly defined goals for each promotion and subsequent pay increases.
• Indoor Agriculture Environment
• A culture focused on Work/Life Balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision and very competitive contribution rates
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Generous Vacation Time and 5 Sick days each year
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Immediate access to participate in the 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Basic and Voluntary Life / AD&D
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• Voluntary STD/LTD
• Caregiver Support
• Training and Development
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits (includes part-time and seasonal staff)
• MarketPlace Perks at Work
• Free Employee Assistance Program services that focus on health physically, emotionally, socially, and financially.

Local Bounti employees are empowered, valued, and respected. They have a passion for their work and for Local Bounti's success. This shared passion for achievement is the lifeblood of our company.
Job Summary:
The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all the daily operations of the facility. Ensures all crop production and packing is on schedule and of high quality while containing labor costs. Review and improve organizational effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivated work environment, and creating innovative approaches for improvement.
Successful candidates will have demonstrated the ability to achieve production targets while controlling costs and achieving quality standards.
Duties/Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties listed below are representative of the essential functions, qualifications, physical demands, and the work environment encountered in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with any other duties as assigned:

• Communicate and uphold Local Bounti's vision, mission, and values with employees
• Directs managers and supervisors to ensure efficient daily operations of the harvesting, packing, and shipping/warehouse.
• Indirectly supervises daily operations of the greenhouses, seeding, and transplanting areas, as well as Food Safety in conjunction with Head Grower and Senior Food Safety Manager, respectively.
• Accountable for operating expenses, quality control, and daily operation of the facility. This includes, but not limited to, production, planning and reporting, facility performance, labor management, balancing inputs, throughput & demand, and facilities maintenance Lead our efforts to be a lean organization and will guide us through continuous improvement activities to improve system efficiencies; will be largely judged on the revenue and the (relative) operating expenses.
• Work collaboratively with the SVP of Sales, VP of Operations, and Head Grower to assure sales forecasts are met
• Work collaboratively with Director of Supply Chain to assure raw materials are available for facility operations and sales
• Work collaboratively with Senior Food Safety Manager to assure optimal quality and food safety through sanitation and testing
• Assist Supply Chain department with maintaining vendor relationships for facility needs.
• Maximize efficiency of packing and delivering high quality produce, at the optimum cost, to meet business objectives
• Own all aspects of the operation and work with your team to ensure that daily targets are met, and ALL areas are clean and ready for operation the next day
• Responsible for maintaining a neat, orderly, and safe facility and operation
• Overseeing large projects and interpreting performance reports
• Act consistently with Local Bounti's mission to ensure the organization's effectiveness and success
• Enforce Local Bounti's policies in a consistent and fair manner which will result in a productive and focused environment
• Strive for excellence in all aspects of each activity, which will demonstrate a performance model for all employees
• Provide support and continual education for all employees, which will provide for a more talented and satisfied workforce.

• Develop strategic plans, budgets and policies that will strengthen the company and support the company's financial goals
• Development and adherence to budgets that support current activity and forecasts
• Develop strategic direction and implement key action items to ensure a stronger and healthier company that supports corporate and employee goals

• Implement changes to facility operations, manufacturing methods, facility layouts, capital equipment, and procedures that result in cost reductions to ensure corporate goals and customer expectations are met
• Coordinate with the support team for new product introductions as well as new product manufacturing processes or technologies
• Work closely with the facility management team to plan and set-up new processes for test runs, scale up, and long-term production processes
• Work closely with Business Development, Quality, and Scheduling for planning and scheduling new products and processing
• Analyze, recommend, and justify the purchase of capital equipment to support the company's strategic direction and changing technology needs
• Identify and implement manufacturing methods and organization structure to improve the efficiencies of material flow and to meet the needs of our customer
• Interact with the corporate support team on sales to review current and future needs
• Identify and incorporate opportunities to improve technologies, systems, and processes
• Along with HR, recruit, develop, coach, and mentor employees with the aim of production qualified, productive, and satisfied personnel that can keep abreast of changing technologies and customer needs

• Oversee the overall recruitment and selection of employees in coordination with Human Resources and the facility management team
• Oversee and/or delegate training and development of employees toward meeting current and future needs
• Establish with employee's input, job responsibilities and performance expectations
• Communicate expected results and provide ongoing performance feedback (both positive and negative)
• Manage employee quality of work life to ensure an informed, satisfied, and productive workforce
• Any other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Embrace Local Bounti's Core Values
• Ability to effectively manage the selection, assessment, training and development, work direction, coaching and quality of life of the production staff
• Ability to manage multiple priorities which includes matching staff to equipment to ensure product quality standards and production schedules are met
• Ability to evaluate employee performance against established standards, which includes recognizing employee strengths and developmental needs as well as determining appropriate compensation adjustments
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively apply management practices and team development techniques which includes the ability to motivate staff, deal with difficult employee issues and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to effectively communicate, in verbal and written form, with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of GAP, GMP, GFSI, SQF and Food quality processes and procedures
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively communicate and administer Local Bounti's policies and procedures
• Knowledge of and ability to develop and manage a budget, including cost accounting and ability to initiate appropriate costing changes when conditions warrant
• Knowledge of and ability to develop and implement safety standards and ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Knowledge of and ability to develop and implement quality standards, procedures, specifications, and corrective actions
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and communicate technical information, including drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of equipment and production processes

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, manufacturing management or business strongly preferred.
• 10 to 15 years of experience with production activities in a Manufacturing environment, food grade preferred
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience managing people

Physical Demands:
(Physical demands are a general guide and specific positions will vary based on working conditions, locations and facility/department needs)

• The working environment is subject to pressure for multiple calls, inquiries, and interruptions.
• Hearing: perceiving the nature of sound by ear.
• Lifting: raising or lowering objects weighing no more than 10 - 20 pounds, from one level to another.
• Mental Demands: mathematical reasoning, memorization, oral comprehension, spatial orientation, and written comprehension.
• Sitting: remaining in the normal seated position.
• Stooping: bending the body by bending the spine at the waist.
• Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words.
• Vision Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

Pay: $165,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Food Safety and Quality Manager is responsible for assisting the Director in making sure that the company is following all food safety rules and guidelines. Implement and enforce quality control and food safety programs to maintain the best quality and safe processing of food products and laws as mandated by the federal government, commodity-specific regulations (i.e., FDA), and customer-specific requirements. This position will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the facility’s food safety, quality assurance, and other related programs. This position will also develop safety and quality assurance policies, procedures, and monitoring documentation to assure the Houston Food Bank is meeting food safety and quality requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Adhere to PACT values. (Purpose: Using our strengths passionately to contribute to our mission. Accountability: Choosing to rise above one’s circumstances and demonstrating ownership to achieve results. See It. Own It. Solve It. Do It. Courage: Standing up for what’s right and acting. Transparency: Doing things openly and honestly.)

• Reliable, consistent, on-site attendance is a requirement. This position requires punctuality and dependable attendance to meet the needs of the business, including attending and participating in meetings and presentations.
• Assist with the implementation and overseeing of the comprehensive food safety program. Ensures action plans to address gaps are tracked.
• Assist with overseeing the implementation and enforcement of the food safety program in all aspects of the company(s). Follow-up/post-audits occur to validate action plan completion.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of all training regarding food safety across all operations.
• Assist the Facilities Director in maintaining full compliance with the GFSI standard and other auditing services. Interacts with Food Safety Manager for the weekly update.
• Conduct Food Safety investigations and recommend corrective actions. When directed, then implement those corrective actions in the operation(s).
• Staying up to date on all relevant food safety legislation and standards that are applicable to the food business.
• Monitoring all food handlers to make sure that all food handling tasks are properly and safely carried out.
• Knowing how to recognize, prevent and alleviate food safety hazards in the food business.
• Periodic reviews will be held with the Quality/ Food Safety with other Departments for compliance.
• Interacts with Managers daily to ensure accurate data is being reported for each department.
• Review and audit all areas that have a direct impact on facility sanitation.
• Monitor all areas of the warehouse, Keegan Kitchen, and recycle dock.
• Report all food safety problems to the Director of Facilities.
• Work with pest control providers on pest issues.
• Complete whatever tasks are necessary to maintain HFB compliance with city, state, and federal guidelines.
• Responsible for researching and responding to customer complaints (internal/external).
• Random audits/site visits to agencies.
• Random ride along with HFB drivers.
• Enforcement of food safety policies and procedures.
• Complete daily/weekly inspection reports.
• Maintain A2H/OSHA compliance.
• Serves as a member of the Safety Committee.
• Provide Serve Safe training and general safety training for HFB staff.
• Identify workplace food/safety hazards and develop solutions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (Yes/No):

• No

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• BS in Food Science, Biological Science, Microbiology, Food Safety, agricultural or plant science, or a related field
• 3-5 years experience working in food manufacturing in a technical services role (QA, Food Safety, Regulatory Compliance, or other similar work experience)
• Knowledge, and working experience, with, food microbiology, RTE quality and food safety (preferably in fresh produce), HACCP, GMPs/Prerequisite programs; raw materials supply management, and sanitation
• Strong communication, negotiating, and conflict-resolution skills
• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• Excellent writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer operating systems
• Must have a valid driver’s license, be legally able to drive, and have reliable transportation
• Maintain current food safety, regulatory, and quality assurance knowledge through ongoing training and educational opportunities

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Food safety and quality certifications – HACCP/Advanced HACCP, PCQI, ISO 9001 or 22000 Lead Auditor

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge, and working experience, with pre-farm gate food safety principles such as farm and harvest food safety practices, GAPs, IPM, Pesticide use and regulation, compost production
• Demonstrated experience developing HACCP, and risk, based programs
• Demonstrated experience with process improvement programs
• Root Cause Analysis, Failure Analysis, and other similar process improvement processes

COMPLIANCE:

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with HFB policies.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (For best performance, the jobholder in this position would be expected to show the right knowledge, skills, and abilities in the listed areas.)

COMPETENCIES:

• Business Insight
• Instills Trust
• Drives Engagement
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Directs Work
• Composure
• Manages Ambiguity
• Communicates Effectively
• Organizational Savvy
• Decision Quality
• Manages Conflict
• Presentation Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required daily to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a standing or stationary position for a significant amount of the workday; and often access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate must regularly move about the office and around the facility, use hands, wrists, and fingers to grip, type, and write. The associate will need to have the average ability to hear horns, warnings, and alerts associated with a warehouse. The associate must occasionally travel to other sites for business.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While the job is generally performed in an enclosed office environment, the associate is occasionally exposed to freezers, enclosed and/or tight spaces, wet and/or humid conditions, and areas in which moving mechanical parts, fumes, and toxic or caustic chemicals are present, strong food-related smells, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the office environment is typically quiet, but the associate will be occasionally exposed to loud noise levels (e.g., horns, fans).

TRAVEL REQUIRED:

This role supports all hours of operations at the Houston Food Bank facilities as necessary and requires a flexible work schedule.

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  Is legally able to work in the United States.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and essential job functions required for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, working conditions, qualifications, and skills that may be required.

Houston Food Bank (HFB) is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities, and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented, and diverse workforce. HFB is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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About DiMare Fresh

As one of the largest vertically integrated tomato companies and diverse service providers, DiMare Fresh is positioned to service approximately 90% of the US population through our existing service centers.
While tomatoes remain one of our core commodities, we offer a full line of fruits, vegetables, and consolidation services. With over 94 years of experience in the produce business, we stay committed to quality product, customer service, innovation, integrity and loyalty.

Replenishment Analyst:

This position is responsible for following the Forecasting and Replenishment practices that support achieving our in stock and inventory productivity targets and drive efficiencies. This includes identifying and communicating opportunities for business improvement to your manager and working with your peers and business partners to enable a strong cross functional team.

This position will have a strong knowledge of demand forecasting and replenishment practices and will have the analytical skill sets to ensure that the right product is on-hand at the right time.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains demand forecasts
• Responsible for ordering from vendors into our distribution network to support demand, including problem solving with vendors around purchase orders, capacities, forecasting, order profiles and network inventory flow and optimization
• Responsible for the replenishment and allocation of inventory from DC/vendor to customer
• Responds timely and with a sense of accountability to questions regarding product level availability

Qualifications/Skills:

• 3+ years related experience required
• Understanding of supply chain management, inventory management, or retail replenishment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced in Microsoft Excel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort Worth, TX 76155: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Inventory control: 3 years (Required)
• Supply chain management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Program Associate, Houston (Part-Time)

About Brighter Bites
Brighter Bites is a nonprofit that creates communities of health through fresh food with the goal of changing behavior among children and their families to prevent obesity and achieve long-term health. Brighter Bites is an evidence-based, multi-component elementary school, preschool, and summer camp program that utilizes reliable access to fruits and vegetables, nutrition education, and consistent exposure to recipes and messages that feature fresh food. To learn more about Brighter Bites visit brighterbites.org.

Role
The Program Associate works primarily at assigned schools/sites to support Brighter Bites’ outdoor, contactless drive-thru produce distributions alongside the Program Coordinator. This position is part time and temporary, requiring candidates to be available for approximately 2-3 days per week for a total of 10-20 hours per week during fall, spring, and summer programming seasons.

Position Description

• Works onsite to manage the produce distribution in collaboration with the site Program Coordinator.
• Ensure proper program implementation, including: managing contactless, outdoor, drive- through produce distributions, managing all supplies and materials, supervising and leading large groups of volunteers for produce bagging and ensuring safety procedures are implemented.
• Assists the Program Coordinator with tracking Brighter Bites program components by maintaining accurate data and daily reports for each site.
• Constantly strives to engage families, site partners, and community members to create and maintain a welcoming, fun, and health-conscious environment at all times.
• Communicates with the Brighter Bites team to share successes and challenges for each assigned site and provides insight for improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be willing to follow and enforce CDC guidelines at all times, including but not limited to: wearing a mask, wearing disposable gloves, and social distancing
• Ability to show proof of COVID vaccination. Brighter Bites will consider accommodations for disability and religious based reasons.
• Advanced Spanish language skills a plus. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Comfortable with giving presentations to small and large groups.
• Ability to manage large groups of people.
• Proficient computer skills, including comfort using phone/tablet apps and MS Office.
• Previous experience volunteering/interning with Brighter Bites is a plus.
• Desire to work with a mission-driven organization that shares the power of fresh food with others, especially children and families.

Operational and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel independently to school sites (mileage reimbursement provided).
• Must be able to work outdoors, actively for 3-5 hours at a time and lift boxes and supplies 10-50 pounds each continuously on a daily basis.
• Must be able to bring and manage supplies to sites daily.

Start Date & Work Schedule

• The Program Associate will be assigned to a school/site 2-3 days/week (Monday--Friday).
• A typical day will include overseeing produce delivery and working with a Program Coordinator at a produce distribution for 3-5 hours, while supplies last. The times for these distributions vary depending on produce delivery schedules and amount of produce at each site.'

'Work Remotely No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Brighter Bites team members are following and enforcing CDC guidelines at all times, including but not limited to: wearing a mask, wearing disposable gloves, and social distancing.

Application Question(s):

• N/A

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Company Description

Wonderful Citrus is America's largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes; grapefruits; and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus owns, cultivates and harvests more than 58,000 acres of fresh citrus and ships around the world each year to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across America under the flagship consumer brands of Wonderful Halos mandarins and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red grapefruit.

Job Description

Overview:

As a Production Supervisor you'll operate in an administrative capacity, providing support to the Packinghouse. You will be responsible for the quality, production efficiency, training, evaluating, staffing and scheduling of manufacturing at TX1 Packinghouse. Additional tasks such as enforcing company policies, safety guidelines and processes and determining staffing levels to meet production demands.

Here's what you'll do:

• Provide regular performance feedback to plant manager.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Prepare reports from supporting data for posting and/or presenting.
• Verify all monitoring charts on critical equipment.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems.
• Support and explain reasoning for decisions.
• Responsible for employee time and production records.
• Ability to manage frequent schedule changes or unexpected events.
• Support and enforce all company policies, procedures and safety guidelines.

FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The employee shall take all reasonable measures and precautions to ensure compliance with 21CFR 110.
• Disease Control: Any employee who, by medical examination or supervisory observation, is shown to have, or appears to have, an illness, open lesion, including boils, sores, or infected wounds, or any other abnormal source of microbial contamination by which there is a reasonable possibility of food, food-contact surfaces, or food packaging materials becoming contaminated, shall be excluded from any operations which may be expected to result in such contamination until the condition is corrected.
• Cleanliness: All employees working in direct contact with food, food-contact surfaces, and food-packaging materials shall conform to hygienic practices while on duty to the extent necessary to protect against contamination of food.
• Be aware of and comply with current good manufacturing practices regarding; proper food handling techniques, food-protection principles, the danger of poor personal hygiene and unsanitary practices

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has an entire shift reporting to it. This position is required to verify and make corrections/adjustments to time cards weekly. This position is also required to work out any major employee disputes when the plant manager is unavailable.

Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 3-6 months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Have adequate leadership and communication skills to direct, schedule and coordinate personnel and services.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office systems (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and genuine desire to help and assist employees at all levels
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Be able to compute rate, ratio and percent; draw and interpret graphs
• Must possess excellent mathematical skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, MSDS, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently required to; stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, speak, hear, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position may require long hours including working weekends and nights.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• As a member of the production team, this employee will be working in a manufacturing environment and therefore, may occasionally be exposed to fumes, reagents and solvents, or airborne particles. This environment may also be noisy, hot or cold. The ability to stand for long periods of time is essential. Safety glasses, hearing protection and other personal protective equipment must be worn as specified in designated areas.

Additional Information

Here's what we'll bring to the table:

• Wonderful Giving - a one-of-kind program that donates company money to charities close to our employees' hearts
• Employee college tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Full benefits package - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, company matching and annual catch-up, Employee Assistance Program, company-paid life insurance (spouse and dependents to age 26), life insurance, AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $4 billion company with 9,000 employees worldwide. We've made Wonderful Pistachios one of America's top-selling salty snacks. We've turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium bottled water in America. JUSTIN Wine produces California's top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora is the world's largest flower delivery service.

The Wonderful Company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $120 million invested in environmental technologies and sustainability research, $45 million in charitable giving and education initiatives every year, $30 million toward the construction of a new charter school campus in California's Central Valley, and innovative health and wellness programs, including two new, free primary care clinics for employees and their dependents.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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Company:
US1107 FreshPoint Dallas, Inc.

Zip Code:
75244

Employment Type:
Full Time

Travel Percentage:
0

JOB SUMMARY

Assure that produce of the highest quality is made ready and available for the day's runs at an acceptable productivity level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares,cuts and repacks product per customers' specifications.
• Operates machinery such as potato peelers, bag sealers, and others.
• Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.
• While adhering to sanitation and safety procedures for handling and production to SQF (safe quality food) standards.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• Prefer High School or GED but not required.

Experience

• none

Professional Skills

• Proven ability to work independently
• Ability to perform work assignments at an acceptable productivity level.
• Ability to operate simple machinery

Physical Demands

• Able to lift 25 lb to 50 lb boxes of produce.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stoop and bend frequently.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

HOW WE PROTECT OURCOLLEAGUES

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment and masks provided
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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Description:

JOB SUMMARY: The Labeling Associate is responsible for labeling assigned tubs and using the labeling machine while helping cleaning, trimming, cutting & packaging assigned herbs at the packaging line. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating the labeling machine(s)
• Changes label accordingly to product and ensure that the code dates are correctly
• Stacks boxes
• Requires accuracy when operating the label machine(s)
• Ability to keep the production line running
• Identifies; herbs, size & weights for packaging containers
• Utilizes Company’s product effectively to maximize yields while maintaining high-quality standards
• Meets the work site’s hourly quota after completing one week of training in packing the Company’s herbs
• Communicates with the Line Coordinator to achieve production goals
• Embraces diversity well and can work closely with others as needed
• Communicates effectively with all personnel
• Supports Food Safety programs and adheres to Company’s procedures and policies
• Follows department training guidelines, best practices, and operating procedures
• Maintains an organized working area
• Wears personal protective equipment when it is necessary to ensure the Company’s compliance
• Adapts well to changes within the assigned department and follows directions from management
• Reports any observed safety hazards to the immediate Supervisor
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: No specific educational requirements; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: No specific experience required; prior experience packaging fresh herbs or other produce preferred.
• Language Fluency: No specific language requirements; bi-lingual English/Spanish fluency preferred.

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TDA - Produce Safety Field Outreach Specialist (Central Texas) (58779) ( 00034020 )

Organization : DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Primary Location : Texas-Various Counties

Work Locations : Various Counties Various Counties Various Counties 78711

Job : Business and Financial Operations

Employee Status : Regular

Schedule : Full-time

Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00

Travel : Yes, 75 % of the Time

State Job Code : 1572

Salary Admin Plan : B

Grade : 19

Salary (Pay Basis) : 4,300.00 - 4,300.00 (Monthly)

Number of Openings : 1

Overtime Status : Non-exempt

Job Posting : Jun 23, 2023, 9:14:26 AM

Closing Date: Jul 11, 2023, 11:59:00 PM

Description

PRODUCE SAFETY FIELD OUTREACH SPECIALIST

Salary Information: $4,300.00/MO.– B19

State Classification: Program Specialist III - 1572

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Posting Number:23-58779-2R

Location: Central Texas – To be Managed by Staff in Austin (HQ): Anderson, Angelina, Bastrop, Bell, Bosque, Brazos, Brown, Burleson, Burnet, Cherokee, Coleman, Comanche, Concho, Coryell, Falls, Freestone, Hamilton, Henderson, Hill, Houston, Kimble, Lampasas, Lee, Leon, Limestone, Llano, Madison, Mason, McCulloch, McLennan, Menard, Milam, Mills, Nacogdoches, Navarro, Panola, Robertson, Runnels, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Saba, Schleicher, Shelby, Sutton, Travis, Trinity or Williamson.

HOW TO APPLY

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WHO ARE WE

The Texas Office of Produce Safety within the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Trade and Business Development division works closely with FDA through a cooperative agreement to encourage safe production of fresh fruits and vegetables. TDA also works to promote the understanding and compliance with the requirements of FDA’s “Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption” (commonly referred to as the Produce Safety Rule).

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Produce Safety Field Outreach Specialist will perform complex consultative services and technical assistance work. You will develop and coordinate the regional outreach and educational efforts of TDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Program. You will serve as one of the primary regional information sources for the program for Texas producers, packers, shippers and retailers, as well as work directly with Texas agricultural producers to develop a Texas Produce Safety Program. You will work under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Evaluate farm site information/data and work with agricultural industry partners to develop a farm inventory of producers to determine if growers meet federal/state requirements and are impacted by the Produce Safety Rule (PSR).

Draft reports documenting potential produce safety issues, evaluating required elements of a grower’s food safety programs and establishing improvement plans as needed.

Implement a cohesive education plan for the program while coordinating with contracted entities to research, identify and develop innovative strategies to expand awareness about the Produce Safety Rule within the selected region.

Assist FSMA- PSR Director and Produce Safety Outreach Coordinator with providing information to maintain a TDA FSMA/PSR website with relevant educational materials, upcoming educational events and links to industry resources.

Work with staff to measure and evaluate the effectiveness of FSMA/PSR outreach and education initiatives.

Disseminate policy and program information to stakeholders within selected region using multiple communication channels, such as email campaigns, social media outlets and website content; and determine the most effective and consistent communication with the public.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree (One year of work experience related to the primary responsibilities may substitute for one year of college).

One (1) year work experience in conducting outreach activities, coordinating stakeholder relations and/or creating educational campaigns and communications.

Experience making presentations to groups.

Masters degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Agriculture Communications or related may substitute for required experience.

PREFERRED

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Agricultural Communications.

Completion of the Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training course and the Produce Safety Alliance Train the Trainer Course, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of agriculture and production practices, Food Safety Modernization Act and the Produce Safety Rule, including .

Skill in the use of critical thinking; project management; effective verbal and written communication, human relations, organizational and presentation skills; providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; and in the use of a computer and applicable software.

Ability to self-motivate, as well as work in a cooperative decision-making environment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff and the general public, including diverse groups of people; accurately interpret and translate division programs; adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner; organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment; communicate effectively; work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; and exercise sound judgment and discretion; and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

This position will work in a normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. Must maintain a phone line and high-speed internet at all times (This is a non-reimbursable expense). May involve travel (up to 80%* in the assigned area), occasionally overnight.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Group Health & Basic Life Insurance for employees

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Paid Sick Leave

• Longevity Pay

• Dental

• Vision

• Dependent Optional Life Insurance

• Voluntary AD&D Insurance

• Dependent Health & Life Insurance

• Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

QUALIFIED EMPLOYER: In addition, the Texas Department of Agriculture is considered a qualified employer for the Department of Education’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: The Texas Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, gender, national origin, age sexual orientation, veteran’s status or protected activity. TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7454.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Veterans and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.

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Description:

Under the direction of the Head Grower, the Grower is responsible for ensuring crops are grown optimally and on time to meet internal specifications. This person will be detail-oriented, driven by challenge, and successful in a fast-paced working environment. This position requires an energetic, motivated, and self-actualized individual that demonstrates leadership. This person will have the opportunity to take ownership of his/her area and cross-train with other teammates in the area to become more valuable for SGI and provide support as needed.Requirements:

• Responsible for the quality of the crops to be grown under best practices.
• Responsible for all operational requirements in the assigned greenhouse. This includes maintenance notification, irrigation, fertilization, growing environment monitoring, sanitation efforts, etc.
• Responsible for the daily review of the crop quality. Any issues are to be raised immediately so action can be taken
• Responsible for minor maintenance repairs or for notifying maintenance of any concerns which could result in delays because of equipment maintenance issues
• Supervise and report regularly on a designated area of the grow facility
• Provide support and training to assistant growers in designated areas
• Monitor and report environmental conditions of greenhouses
• Scout daily for insects and disease pressure in crops
• Assist in applying biological control agents
• Responsible for following all Food safety requirements for production in this area or on this equipment. This includes any logs or SOP’s
• Records pesticide applications and maintains irrigation logs on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis as needed.
• Responsible for operating the machinery / equipment in a professional, safe manner, as determined by Occupational safety rules or manufacturer’s instructions
• Keeps a weekly inventory and fill out reports as required by the Grow team
• Trains, assigns tasks, and monitors work of any employee assigned to the crop production process.
• Reports any departmental discrepancies/problems and any observed safety concerns
• Reports on a weekly basis to apprise management of crop progress.
• Demonstrates the ability to lead and motivate people
• Covers weekend duties as required by the monthly schedule.
• Other duties as needed/assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Degree in Horticulture or combination education & experience

Experience: 2yrs. practical growing in commercial/retail greenhouse and 2yrs. with both manual and automatic irrigation systems

Language Fluency: No specific language requirements; bi-lingual English/Spanish fluency preferred.

Technology: No specific technology requirements; basic computer and keyboarding skills preferred.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Manual Dexterity: Ability to quickly move your hands and arms sufficiently to grasp, hold, finely manipulate objects

Muscle Strength & Flexibility: Ability to bend, reach, stoop, squat, pivot, turn, balance, walk, push, pull, and lift and carry up to 50lbs.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Manual Dexterity: Ability to quickly move your hands and arms sufficiently to grasp, hold, finely manipulate objects

Muscle Strength & Flexibility: Ability to bend, reach, stoop, squat, pivot, turn, balance, walk, push, pull, and lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Sustained Fast Pace: Ability to work at a very fast sustained pace without reduction in quality, food safety and workplace safety compliance.

Not Allergic: Ability to breathe, touch and work around fresh herbs and leafy produce safely.

COGNITIVE/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Learning: Ability to understand and follow directions and learn new skills.

Near Vision: Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Speech Recognition: Ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

Oral Comprehension: Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Oral Expression: Ability to communicate information and ideas speaking so others will understand.

Problem Sensitivity: Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Emergency Response: Ability to understand, respond quickly, and move appropriately according to workplace safety protocols and SOPs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Temperature: Performs work in large industrial space kept at sustained temperatures between 70 to 100 Degrees Fahrenheit.

Noise: Moderate – generally, between 80-90 decibels or below.

Fumes, Gases, Dust: Minimal.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Caring for Others: Job requires leaving egos at home and being sensitive to needs and feelings of co-workers as well as being understanding and helpful throughout the day.

Dependability: Job requires being reliable, responsible, dependable and fulfilling obligations.

Promptness: Job requires being on time and ready to begin work at start of shift and following breaks.

Friendliness: Job requires being friendly, welcoming, and helpful to new teammates.

Cooperation: Job requires working with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Adaptability/Flexibility: Job requires being open to change (positive and negative) and to frequent variety in the workplace.

Stress Tolerance: Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Persistence: Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Respect for Diversity: Job requires working respectfully and with sensitivity alongside individuals from a very broad range of global cultures, languages, orientations, preferences and appearances.

Accountability: Job requires being accountable for our own actions, behaviors, communication and work performance.

Communication: Job requires, and it is the teammates responsibility, to communicate with their direct supervisor in a timely manner regarding any changes to attendance, arrival and departure times, time off, FMLA, etc.

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Job Summary This position is responsible for complying and recording all production orders for the company regarding customer orders, work tickets, product specifications, and production sheets. Production clerks will check for any discrepancies, answer phones, assist supervisors, review all labels for the merchandise, boxes, and packages. Also, in charge of documenting all information on Famous and Excel sheets. Will assist with employee attendance and must be able to perform other related duties when needed and instructed by supervisor. Will work with management to ensure efficiency and safety. Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain and assist with the documentation of all production to ensure accuracy and specifications of all shipping orders.

• Ensure compliance with company policies.

• Prepares all related production reports and paperwork.

• Prepare Injury Protocol report when required.

• Record in detail production packing information and attendance

• Maintains all areas clean and operational.

• Follow company policy and safety rules.

• Reassure that all pallets are labeled and tagged appropriately.

• Answer phone call respectfully and deliver the message to supervisor.

• Must call employees when or as requested by supervisor.

• Send / Respond emails efficiently.

• Ensure communication with production supervisor/ leads to assure compliance with all orders.

• Will be involved with food safety activities.

Other Responsibilities and Duties

• Attention Assemble cardboards boxes.

• Follow the chain of command.

• Do not leave job post/area without notifying the supervisor.

• Maintain a clean and safe working area.

• to detail and the ability to prioritize work to meet assigned deadlines.

• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• Possible weekend shift must be assigned as needed.

• Must always wear employee badge ID inside the facility.

Skills/Perform Standard/Abilities:

• Communication - Communicates information in a way that can be easily understood and actively listens. Must have strong communication skills and proficiency in math, English, reading and writing.

• Member Service - Exhibits a professional demeanor toward others. assists others in an effective manner while following company procedures. Ability to identify problems, finds solutions, and makes sound decisions.

• Self-Motivated - Well-organized and able to prioritize, multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and adhere to deadlines while working efficiently and independently with minimal supervision. Accepts responsibility for his/her choices and decisions. Always maintains a positive attitude.

• Team Player - Cooperates well with a variety of personalities and individuals and participates in a professional manner to accomplish the business goal. Willingness to perform tasks assigned by supervisors and to assist others as needed.

• Flexibility - Adjusts positively to change in direction or assignment. Ability to do more than one task during a work shift. Willingness and ability to comply with new programs, methods, practices, and procedures.

• Goals- Accomplishments of annual goals established by supervisor and management.

Demonstrate and Enforce Health and Safety:

• Follow a company policy and safety rules.

• Ensure personal protective equipment is properly utilized.

• Report any noncompliance issues or unsafe situations/equipment to supervisor immediately.

• Must follow company Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Enforce and actively participate in general housekeeping duties.

Physical Demand and Work Environment :

The physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform all function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job responsibilities and demands.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; stand, use hands and arms. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close and distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust and focus. Able to communicate Talk and hear.

• Working Conditions: Ability to work flexible shifts, such as morning or evenings, including Saturdays and Sundays. Ability to work with vibration, wide variety of noise, heat, cold and moving parts. Must be able to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Ability to be punctual and reliable. Commitment to safety. Employee must be able to work on Extreme cold.

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Strong problem-solving abilities

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Medrano Produce provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Job description

Do you love fruits and vegetables? Do you love helping customers solve problems and providing unique solutions? Are you passionate about food safety? If the answer to these questions is yes - Maglio Companies has the perfect position for you at our McAllen, Texas Facility. We are looking for a sales person to engage current and potential customers with our solutions to their produce needs

In this role you will:

• Present, promote, and sell Maglio's product lines.

• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs.

• Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships.

• Reach out to customer leads through cold calling.

• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction.

• Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within the schedule.

• Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments.

• Analyze the market’s potential, track sales, and status reports.

• Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products.

• Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends.

• Continuously improve through feedback. Requirements

• Previous produce or perishable product sales experience

• Tenacity to cold call and find new customers

• Ambition to WIN big in sales

• Time management, communication, and negotiation skills

• ERP and Microsoft office skills

Company Description

Maglio Companies has been offering the freshest and best produce of the day with old-fashioned, conscientious quality and service since 1902. We look forward to working with our customers and are committed to offering the finest customer service and quality produce possible. People are Maglio's greatest asset. Our dedicated team has a passion for produce that is second to none. We are always looking for new faces to help us share that passion with our customers and suppliers. We encourage you to take a tour of our website and learn more about our cutting edge services and our incredible staff.

If you are interested in using your current skills, growing and learning more and being part of an exceptional team, we're very interested in hearing from you

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Qualifications •Proven work experience as a sales representative in the produce industry •Excellent knowledge of MS Office •Familiarity with CRM practices along with the ability to build productive business professional relationships •Highly motivated and with a proven track record in sales •Excellent selling, communication, and negotiation skills •Prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills •Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs •Relationship management skills and openness to feedback Responsibilities •You will provide complete and appropriate solutions for every customer to boost top-line revenue growth, customer acquisition levels, and profitability •Present, promote, and sell exotic fruit products such as mango, jackfruit, and lime, using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers •Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs •Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships •Reach out to customer leads through cold calling •Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction •Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within the schedule •Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments •Analyze the market’s potential, track sales, and status reports •Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products •Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends •Continuously improve through feedback Job description We’re looking for a results-driven mango sales representative to actively seek out and engage customer prospects in the produce industry. You will provide complete and appropriate solutions for every customer to boost top-line revenue growth, customer acquisition levels, and profitability. Skills • Proven work experience as a sales representative in the produce industry • Excellent knowledge of MS Office • Familiarity with CRM practices along with the ability to build productive business professional relationships • Highly motivated and with a proven track record in sales • Excellent selling, communication, and negotiation skills • Prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills • Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs • Relationship management skills and openness to feedback Company Description Cabefruit Produce LLC is a family-owned distributor of mango and other prime fruits with principal offices in McAllen, Texas, and other international facilities and strategic alliances in Central and South America. Our mission is to grow and distribute the best mangos and exotic fruits, so our clients enjoy a delicious and fresh products Apply Here

Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Uvalde is seeking a highly motivated individual for a Special Equipment Mechanic position to ensure the maintenance, repair and operations of fleet vehicles, tractors, farm implements and equipment in buildings.  Salary shall be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Requirements and a complete job description are available when applying.  

Only applications submitted online at https://uvalde.tamu.edu/careers/ will be considered. 

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Uvalde is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual for a Farm Manager position to oversee the Center field crops operations and greenhouse research projects.  Salary shall be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Requirements and a complete job description are available when applying.  

Only applications submitted online at https://uvalde.tamu.edu/careers/ will be considered. 

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

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Job Description: 

The ProducePay marketplace is transforming the global fresh produce industry into a more connected and sustainable movement. Our products empower farmers and enable Buyers and consumers to receive fresher produce more efficiently while helping to eliminate over 50% of global economic waste. At the intersection of Technology, Finance, and Agriculture, the ProducePay marketplace is building a better supply chain for fresh produce, creating transparency and placing trust at the center of every transaction.

This role is a senior leadership position focused on sales and is responsible for leading and managing sales activities within the North East and Mid-West Geographical Business Unit. The role, along with the team, is accountable for selling a wide range of commodities that are part of our grower's ecosystem in Mexico, Peru, Colombia, and Chile. Additionally, the role carries the responsibility for the profit and loss (P&L) of the company's sales in this Business Unit, specifically for key strategic clients.

This role holds the responsibility of team building and talent development while driving business growth. We rely on this individual to utilize their industry knowledge and experience to deliver results and autonomously execute our commercial strategy. The Senior Director of Sales reports to the SVP of Retail and Alternative Channels Global and collaborates with our entire team to establish a more connected and sustainable supply chain for agricultural goods. Our goal is to unleash the potential of growers in Latin America and transform the Fresh Produce Industry through our Marketplace Platform. We aim to provide an all-encompassing solution that reduces complexity by offering working capital, financial services, knowledge, experience, and access to a platform with over $3.5 billion in gross market value transactions. This will enable connections with buyers across various market segments within the Fresh Produce Industry.

The Senior Director of Sales for Retail & Alternative Channels in the GBU will have the primary responsibility of maximizing growth, revenue, and profitability for the respective GBU. Their role is to ensure that every product from our growers' ecosystem finds a suitable market. The Senior Director will spearhead the development and execution of strategic and tactical plans to achieve ProducePay's goals and objectives. They will serve as a champion of culture, sustainability, and innovation, while also assembling and leading a team capable of driving sales in the Retail and Alternative Channels. This includes National & Regional Retail Chains, Wholesalers and Distributors (Terminal Markets), Food Service (such as Restaurants, Hotels, Coffee Shops, QSR & Convenience Stores), Processors (dealing with Fresh Cut, Frozen, Dry, and Puree products), as well as Travel & Leisure sectors such as Cruise lines.

Responsibilities

• Design, influence, and execute the strategy and transformation agenda to position ProducePay and our 54 commodities from the grower's ecosystem in targeted market segments.
• Drive business operations and sales to maximize growth, performance, and value creation for the entire Geographical Business Unit (GBU).
• Enhance organizational and cross-functional effectiveness, engagement, and culture within the GBU.
• Define and deliver the long-term strategic purpose and promise for the GBU.
• Recruit, train, motivate, and lead the ProducePay sales team to achieve daily volume and price objectives for all products.
• Assign customer and geographical responsibilities to the sales team and traders.
• Establish annual budgets for each commodity and provide demand forecasts by region and client.
• Lead new business initiatives and expand existing customer relationships.
• Ensure accurate and timely handling of invoicing and allowances.
• Conduct quarterly sales business reviews with key strategic customers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including transportation/logistics, SELLERS/Growers commercial team, supply chain, commodity managers, sales enablement, field operations, marketing, and category management, to drive profitable growth in Retail and Alternative Channels.
• Potentially manage and nurture commercial relationships with specific key strategic national or regional accounts, in addition to GBU responsibilities.
• Perform other assigned duties as necessary.

Requirements

• 10-15 years Fresh Produce sales management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, decision making skills.
• Strong understanding of account P&L.
• Knowledge and ability to use basic software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Asana, SalesForce, Google platforms, ProducePro, Cognos and Syndicated Nielsen data.
• Understanding of basics relative to Agricultural production and quality control, understanding of commodity markets and personnel management and leadership.
• Knowledge of perishable supply chain logistics, integrated account management and basic qualitative and quantitative consumer needs analysis.
• Ability to demonstrate on 24/7 the following 6 Key Competencies:
  • Manages Complexity
  • Build Networks
  • Situational Adaptability
  • Business Insight
  • Strategic Mindset
• Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Business Management/Sales, Agriculture, or a minimum of 10 years of Business Management/Sales experience.
• Sales Team direct reports and constant collaboration with Traders, Commodity Managers and Growers/Seller team’s
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 50% required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Competitive comp package of base, bonus, and equity
• 401K - company automatically contributes 3%
• Work-from-Home Stipend
• Quarterly Volunteer Days
• Pet Insurance
• Unlimited Paid-Time-Off
• Brilliant, motivated, and fun team members

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