Harvest Worker
Company: Bolthouse Farms
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: May 22, 2023
Job Description:
THE ROLE: - -
- This position will report to the: Assistant Harvest Manager -
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- Travel Requirement: YES -
- FLSA Status: - Non-Exempt. -
- Shift: 1st Shift -
- Employment Category: Full Time - Regular - -
- Pay Range: $16.50 to $18.50INGENUITY GROWS GOOD.Guided by its
purpose - Ingenuity Grows Good -- -Bolthouse Farms is recognized as
a leader in growing, manufacturing, and distributing high quality,
nutrient dense branded products. Employing more than 2,200 people
and headquartered in Bakersfield, California's fertile San Joaquin
Valley, Bolthouse Farms is one of the largest carrot growers and
distributors in the U.S. and manufactures the No. 1 premium
refrigerated branded beverage in U.S. retail. Bolthouse Farms is
made up of farm and food fanatics who work every day to serve Our
Land, Our People, and All People. Visit or follow us on, and to
learn more.WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE - -The
Harvest Worker will be responsible to assist the Harvester Operator
with various harvesting and maintenance tasks to facilitate
continuous flow of raw products through the implements and other
farm related equipment in the harvesting process in a timely
manner. - - -
- Clean harvest equipment of all loose plants, vegetables, soil,
stems, and roots -
- Assist with the set-up of the diesel-powered Harvester and
attach farm implements to Harvesters using bolts and hand tools
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- Load and unload crops or containers of materials, manually or
using conveyors, hand-truck or transfer auger -
- Load hoppers, containers, or conveyors to feed machines with
products using transfer augers, suction gates, shovels, or
pitchforks - -
- Assist with the loading/unloading equipment and machinery such
as tractors, harvesters, implements and other farms related items
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- Conduct light maintenance of carrot harvester -
- Maintain and clean other harvesting equipment - -
- Perform other duties as assigned - - -WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR -
-Minimum Qualifications: - -
- High School Diploma or GED; or one to three months related
experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education
and experience -
- Ability to work 75% of time in non-local areas and 25% in local
areas -
- Valid California Driver License and clean driving record - - -
-Additional Required Qualifications: - -
- Traveling in carpool vans with other crew members -
- Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment -
- Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
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- Must be able to work as a team and follow instructions -
- Ability to follow safety procedures - - -
- Must be able to carry/lift up to 50 pounds -
- Environmental exposure- seasonal outdoor temperatures -
- Material exposure- machine truck vibrations and moving
mechanical parts -Preferred Qualifications: - -
- Six months to one-year previous experience as a farm worker
preferred -Hours & Workdays:
- The days and hours for this position will vary and be based on
the AG Wage Order which is subject to 8 hours a day and up to 45
hours per week.
- During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we recognize that
certain "non-essential worker" personnel may at times store
consumer-facing materials (including, but not limited to, EADs,
coupons, promotional materials, etc.) offsite from Company
locations, such as at associates' homes or in vehicles. -All such
consumer-facing materials must be maintained in a smoke-free and
secure workplace environment.WHAT WE OFFER - -Our rich benefits
packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both
our eligible co-workers and their families. - -
- Medical -
- Dental -
- Vision -
- Group Life and AD&D - -
- Voluntary Life and AD&D - -
- Group Short-Term Disability -
- Group Long-Term Disability -
- Flexible Spending Accounts -
- Employee Assistance Program -
- 401(k) -
- Paid Time Off - -EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - - -We are an
equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally
diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace
where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a
diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential
job functions. - - -REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS - -Reasonable
accommodations -will be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. -If -you are
interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Farms and need
special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you
believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a
posted position due to a protected disability and would like to
explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our
Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com for
additional support and guidance. - - -RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: -
-Bolthouse Farms does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to
unsolicited resumes. - - -1st Shift - (6:00AM-4:00PM) the days and
hours for this position will vary and be based on the AG Wage Order
which is subject to 8 hours a day and up to 45 hours per week.
Keywords: Bolthouse Farms, Bakersfield , Harvest Worker, Other , Bakersfield, California
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