Production Associate - Sirna & Sons Produce
Ravenna, OH
About the Job
Sirna & Sons Produce is a fourth-generation, family-run, wholesale food distributor. In our 81 years of service, we have continually provided premium produce, competitive pricing, and superior service. We are proud to bring you the finest quality products from growers across the nation, around the world, and locally. We’re more than just produce, need dairy? We have it! Last-minute catering, no problem. Our in-house produce processing facility, Christine’s Cuts, we got you covered. We distribute our fresh arrivals 6 days a week to restaurants, hotels, country clubs, schools, and institutions throughout Ohio, Central Pennsylvania, and Northern West Virginia. You can count on us to provide nothing less than fresh! Our business, like yours, depends on delivering the very best and since 1939, Sirna & Sons Produce has been doing just that
Essential Functions:
1. Have knife skills to prepare fruit and vegetables
2. Be reliable, on time, and eager to work and learn
3. Ability to accept and put into action changes from constructive guidance
4. Maintain a mindset of constant improvement
5. Be able to work well independently and as part of a team, ready to do whatever is needed
6. Comply with all applicable company policies, procedures, OSHA and Food Safety regulations
Other Essential Functions:
1. Maintain regular and satisfactory full-time attendance
2. Perform work outside of normal business hours as needed and required
3. Perform special projects as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor – Sirna & Sons Produce
Competencies:
1. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
2. Ability to work with others in a team environment
3. Active listening skills
Education & Experience:
1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Speak and write English satisfactorily
3. Valid identification or driver’s license (if appropriate)
Physical Demands:
1. Stand or walk for long periods
2. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
3. Work in cold and wet cooler environments for extended periods
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or another legally protected status.