Job Description

Mastronardi Produce pioneered the commercial greenhouse industry in North America, and we're now the leading greenhouse vegetable company on the continent. Our award-winning, flavorful produce is packed under the SUNSET® brand and is available at leading grocery retailers across North America. Family owned for over 65 years, we pride ourselves on having the most flavorful products and the best people in the industry. We are constantly pushing boundaries to be a leader in fresh produce innovation. We seek individuals that demonstrate our PRIDE values (Passion | Respect | Innovation | Drive | Excellence) to help us fulfill our mission to inspires healthy living through WOW flavor experiences.

Our Greenhouse facilities in Ontario, NY and Albion NY is currently seeking a Packhouse Manager. The essential function of this position is responsible to maintain the operation of the Packhouse within the organization. Must maintain food safety, monitoring of GMP (good manufacturing policy) compliance and organization of essential Packhouse documentation for daily, monthly and annual operation and auditing purposes.

This role would be based in Ontario, NY and would require you to oversee 2 locations (Ontario, NY and Albion NY)

Values: 

To perform the job successfully, the incumbent’s behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of Packhouse functions.
• Keep supervisors and workers motivated led by example and through training.
• Do time studies.
• Learn paperwork for daily reports.
• Learn all specs and food safety protocols in the Packhouse.
• Make sure all lines and the Packhouse are cleaned at the end of the day.
• Assist with write up as needed with the General Manager.
• Report any employee problems to the General Manager.
• Report any mechanical issues on a daily basis to the General Manager / Maintenance Manager.
• Order Labels and packaging materials as needed and keep sufficient inventory for daily packing.
• Be in contact with shipping/receiving admin. concerning packaging inventory, daily packaging requirements, supplies, shipments, etc.
• Oversee and assess daily labor needs to ensure the flow from production to packaging is fluid and in a timely manner.

Education/Background Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years' related work experience in leading teams in Distribution or Operations

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Proficiency in use of English language with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally, present information and direction, and field questions from managers, employees and external contacts.
• Must be a high-performance team player and be willing to work in a dynamic, growing, demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter and willing to work flexible hours.
• Must have ability to effectively follow-up and handle multiple projects with strong personal time management skills and effectively manage associated stress.
• Highly proficient in computer-use skills (MS Office: Word, Excel).
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, work independently.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of job.
• Work with a high degree of professionalism and personal integrity.
• Must follow all company policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Need to be creative, adaptable and able to accurately handle out of the ordinary issues with a sense of urgency.
• Able to remain calm and think clearly in the face of adversity.
• Must follow all company policies, Food Safety and Health & Safety policies.
• May be able to remain calm and think clearly in the face of adversity.
• Communicate clearly and effectively while addressing everyone in a respectful manner.
• Valid Driver’s License – Ability to be trained to drive a forklift.

Working Conditions:

• Capable of lifting at least 50lbs.
• Ability to make changes as needed without advance notice.
• Working in refrigerated/Non-Air-conditioned warehouse for prolonged periods

Salary range is $85k/yr-$100k/yr USD