Farmworker Vegetable I Job Description Sample

TEMPORARY FARMWORKER HEALTH OUTREACH SPECIALIST

Prospect Hill Community Health Center

• 20hrs/wk

Bilingual REQUIRED

NORTH CAROLINA FARMWORKER HEALTH PROGRAM

WORK HOURS:

June 4, 2018 through August 23, 2018 - Monday through Thursday

• 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The Farmworker Outreach Specialist acts under the direction and supervision of the Farmworker Outreach Manager. S/he is responsible for completing basic health assessments, referrals, and follow-up visits to migrant and seasonal farmworkers.

This position requires a flexible schedule, a valid NC driver's license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.The Farmworker Outreach Specialist acts under the direction and supervision of the Farmworker Outreach Manager. S/he is responsible for completing basic health assessments, referrals, and follow-up visits to migrant and seasonal farmworkers.

This position requires a flexible schedule, a valid NC driver's license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
1.Completing health assessments with farmworkers at farmworker locations to obtain services they may need.
2.Disseminating information to farmworkers regarding clinic services and state and local public services.
3.Providing case management services (i.e. assessment, referral, follow-up, and re -assessment). The employee may also provide direct services (i.e. food, clothing, toiletries, and over-the-counter medications).
4.Documenting all farmworker encounters on appropriate forms.
5.Providing health education at farmworker locations and providing health education in a clinic setting.
6.Complying with all NC Farmworker Health Program grant requirements.1. Completing health assessments with farmworkers at farmworker locations to obtain services they may need.
2.Disseminating information to farmworkers regarding clinic services and state and local public services.
3.Providing case management services (i.e. assessment, referral, follow-up, and re -assessment). The employee may also provide direct services (i.e. food, clothing, toiletries, and over-the-counter medications).
4.Documenting all farmworker encounters on appropriate forms.
5.Providing health education at farmworker locations and providing health education in a clinic setting.
6.Complying with all NC Farmworker Health Program grant requirements.

Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships with state and local agencies, farms, employees, and clients involving frequent negotiation and communication skills.

Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and written, in English and Spanish, when appropriate.

Ability to interview farmworkers with tact and to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships with state and local agencies, farms, employees, and clients involving frequent negotiation and communication skills.

Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and written, in English and Spanish, when appropriate.

Ability to interview farmworkers with tact and to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Education, G.E.D., or equivalent training; Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
1 to 2 years experience required in public health or outreach, preferably related to farmworker, migrant, or multicultural populations.

Must be fluently bilingual in English/Spanish.

Must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License and current auto insurance.High School Education, G.E.D., or equivalent training; Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
1 to 2 years experience required in public health or outreach, preferably related to farmworker, migrant, or multicultural populations.

Must be fluently bilingual in English/Spanish.

Must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License and current auto insurance.

Job Description: Provide support as a member of the Produce team to include production of Produce goods, maintaining the Produce floor and displays, and selling product in support of regional Produce standards. Ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient customer service to customers and team members. This position has a focus, although not exclusively, on the cut fruit/vegetable program.Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and address needs of customers in a timely and effective manner. Surprise and delight the customers with consistent, delicious food.

• Cut fruits and vegetables consistently and safely while maintaining high productivity levels.

• Ensure a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating, and removing out-of-date products.

• Uphold organic standards for produce.

• Maintain accurate department signage and pricing.

• Stock and clean produce shelves and displays.

• Maintain back stock in good order.

• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organized working and shopping environment by sweeping floors and completing sweep logs.

• Assist with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean, and appealing.

• Follow and comply with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and adhere to safe work practices.

• Operate and sanitize all equipment in a safe and proper manner.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team

• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow team members and customers

• Proper handling of knives and other cutting equipment

• Ability to follow instructions and procedures

• Ability to sell proactively

• Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department

• Effective time management skills

• Strong work ethic and integrity

• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness

• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Desired Work Experiences

• Previous Produce experience preferred

• Customer Service Focus

At Whole Foods Market we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled.

Purpose of Position:

This position will be responsible for developing long term, profitable business opportunities in assigned regions. In this role, will also collaborate with other departments to promote Del Monte's product line, specifically related to the Avocado, Tomato & Vegetable Program, in order to achieve annual sales goals and support new and existing customer accounts to ensure continued satisfaction and success.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for achievement of targeted volume and revenue.

• Develop business growth and new products with new and existing accounts.

• Expand customer and revenue base for designated region.

• Work with the Product Coordination group and Distribution Center (DC) to move special deals, over stocked items and peak volumes.

• Work with customers to achieve cost-efficient logistics and distribution of products.

• Manage the sales operating budget to remain within targeted numbers.

• Coordinate with the FOB Sales group, to ensure cost effective and professional management of the customer base and sales region.

• Support administrative functions as related to sales activities within the facility.

• Work closely with the General Manager, and the Marketing Department, to promote Del Monte's full product line.

• Maintain weekly price list in Company's software.

• Review customer performance on a monthly basis and attend daily/monthly sales meetings.

• Learn customer business and needs though regular meetings to promote growth and business review.

• Review market trends, pricing and competition on a regular basis.

• Schedule promotions and attend sales events/food shows.

• Responsible for all claims and accounts receivable on sales.

• Partner with the Accounts Receivable group to ensure all customer accounts are up-to-date and within company terms.

• Support General Manager as needed.

Minimum Skills Required:

• 4 year Degree (Business or related field), from an accredited institution, and/or equivalent work experience.

• 3+ years fresh produce sales experience (large retailers, wholesalers, food service and small independent and cash customers).

• Previous management or supervisory experience.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Excel, Word and Outlook, etc.).

• Knowledge of transportation industry as related to produce.

• Excellent communication skills (i.e. written and oral).

Preferred but not Essential:

• Previous warehouse and inventory control experience.

• Good understanding of fresh-cut production and DC operations.

• Bi-lingual: English and Spanish.

• Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.*

DEL MONTE FRESH PRODUCE IS AN EEO/AA/V/H

Vegetable Seed Planner
Pasco, WA
T2H
D.O. Experience

Please send resumes to:

As a Logistics Planner you will help coordinate and oversee domestic shipping both in and out of Pasco as well as other locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Company Profile: Vegetable Seed Planner
Formed in 2000, this company is part of a global agribusiness corporation
One of the top seed and biotechnology companies in the world
The world’s largest producer of products designed to improve and protect crops. Helping farms of all sizes to grow more crops with fewer resources.The Role You Will Play: Vegetable Seed Planner
Will be responsible for managing the condition, packing, and shipment of product
In charge of coordinating the processing of products from a bulk state to finished and packing state
Candidate will work on SAP Software
Oversee organizing and knowing proper and most efficient way to pack and ship product
Lead recurring packaging and labeling update meetings for key stakeholders with timely advisory to key stakeholders where there may be potential delays
Obtain annual plan volumes (for each product) via long term planning.
Assist procurement with vendor evaluations
Support special projects for Seeds Operational Planning as necessary
Ensure best use of technology to make processes effective and efficient

Required Skills and Experience: Vegetable Seed Planner
B.S. Degree, or comparable experience in related field
A broad knowledge of Syngenta’s product portfolio and of corresponding markets
General sales, marketing and technical skills; knowledge of product lines; knowledge of customers and distribution channels; previous seed experience business a plus
Broad understanding of IS systems and tools
3-5 years’ experience in production planning, sales, and/or customer service or relations
Innovative thinking, desire for continuous improvement
Experience or knowledge of SAP system, Microsoft Excel and Access and other programming, such as VBA
Active Driver’s license

Community: Pasco, WA
Population of about 71,000
Close to many state and wildlife parks

Please send resumes to:

Perdue AgriBusiness, LLC has an immediate opening for a Process Operator for our Vegetable Oil Refinery facility in Salisbury, Maryland. This position is responsible to operate assigned function within the edible oil refinery, and this position reports to the Production Supervisor. This position is a rotating 12-hr shift position.

The Vegetable Oil Refinery is a state of the art facility which processes crude vegetable oil into an edible state. This plant has several process steps and has equipment for vacuum, pressure, distillation, heat exchange, filtration, centrifuge separation to include a few. The plant also utilizes a computerized system to control most processes.

• Monitoring and controlling the plant processes through computer and manual controls

• Operate refining, bleaching and deodorization production processes.

•  High School Diploma or GED, further education is preferred.

• A valid state driver's license.

• Good communication, math and analytical skills.

• Commitment and compliance to all safety programs and standards.

• Advancement limited only by your ability to learn the processes.

Perdue family of companies is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

The primary responsibilities of this role, Assistant
Breeder for the Bayer Vegetable Seeds Long Day Onion Breeding
Program (Research and Development Specialist II), are
to:    Assist and support the Breeder in optimizing the
efficiency and output of the breeding program by designing and
implementing  technologies and breeding methods in order to
ensure a constant flow of commercially successful
varieties; Design, evaluate and formulate with the Breeder the
short term breeding plan, the work process and performance by means
of drawing up trial data in filing system, preparing summary
reports, give feedback, make proposals and draw conclusions about
the breeding program in order to facilitate, and enable divisional
and corporate decision making; Implement, execute, evaluate, analyze, interpret
and document autonomously breeding trials and their results in line
with the breeding plan, guidelines and procedures, in order to
optimize the efficiency and output of the breeding
program; Manage and execute the increase and maintenance of
Foundation seed in coordination with the Breeder, Stock Seed and/or
Production departments in order to ensure the availability of the
quantity and quality of Foundation seeds; Manage an accurate and detailed breeding
administration and implement new ICT- systems in cooperation with
the IT Application Manager, within the breeding team and conform
the procedures and guidelines in the breeding department, in order
to enable the running of an efficient and effective breeding
program.

Requisition No: 38290

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: FRUIT & VEGETABLE TERMINAL MARKET INSP - 42004677 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Position Number: 42004677

Salary: $29,344.38 - $30,072.38

Posting Closing Date: 06/23/2018

FRUIT AND VEGETABLE TERMINAL MARKET INSPECTOR

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF FRUIT AND VEGETABLES

• INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY --
  
  ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
  
  OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED*

CONTACT:

Steve Eguino (941) 737-4581

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent.

Requires possession of a valid Driver License.

• Applicants must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile. Work history, hours
  
  worked and formal education are required to qualify for this position. Responses to
  
  Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile. Resumes and
  
  other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values

and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified

individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a federal license (FV-200 and/or FV-201) as an inspector in accordance with 7 C.F.R. Part 51 within one year of appointment.

NOTES:

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313., and Section 60L-36.003, Florida Career Service Rules and Regulations.

Occasional travel required.

Some alternate work hours and overtime may be required to accomplish inspection duties and responsibilities.

JOB DUTIES:

Determine on an honest and impartial basis the quality, condition and size of fruits, vegetables, nuts, Christmas trees and ornamental flowers. Issue a federal certificate that is precise, accurate and intelligible to all interested parties, outlining in detail, compliance with the various federal marketing agreements.

Have knowledge of numerous federal grades of various commodities. Identify the prevalent market diseases, particularly decays, being field, transit or storage in nature. Determine the condition of rail and common carrier equipment in relation to arrival temperatures and breakage claims of receivers and vendors.

Other related duties consist of certifying locally grown commodities from a state level, keeping abreast of changing marketing agreements, federal and state grade amendments, and applying Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act regulations as to misbranding of products.

Perform related work as required which may include the handling of revenue.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to lift, maneuver and carry up to 100 pounds, when needed, as part of the duties for this position.

THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS ARE INCLUDED:

State of Florida Retirement Package

10 Paid Holidays annually

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Health Insurance – State covers the majority of health insurance premiums for individual and family coverage

Life Insurance

Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, etc.

Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts are available

Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction

SPECIAL NOTES:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.

Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale

Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

Home Garden Sales & Marketing Representative

Seminis Vegetables

Industry regularly combines "sales & marketing" as a single job category, positions that are a mix of the two are actually pretty rare. The Seminis Home & Garden vegetable division has an exciting opportunity that is truly a blended Account Management and Marketing/Campaign Management role.

The Home Garden Vegetable Division of Seminis interacts both with national accounts, whose customers include some of the largest retailers in the world, as well as smaller regional accounts with dedicated catalog customers. The Seminis portfolio of products includes market leading and nationally recognized hybrid tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers which have great brand presence within the home gardeners market.

In this role, you will have account management responsibility for our two largest retail suppliers of seed and started plants, Bonnie & Ball. These accounts cultivate seed and potted starters for large retailers across the country to be sold to home garden growers.

In addition to Account Management/Sales responsibilities, you will be tasked with cultivating impactful relationships within the food, health and nutrition, seed, and gardening industries and developing marketing campaigns, social media initiatives and advertising tactics to drive demand generation, brand awareness and sales activities for key accounts.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and implement an account management strategy for two key accounts and various customer segments within the business.

• Focus on demand generation through pull marketing tactics and developing industry relationships

• Work extensively with cross-functional departments to provide support to key customers including: marketing for the development of price, programs and materials, product management for setting direction of portfolio needs and market intelligence, as well as R&D for product selection and development in focus markets.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about vegetable gardening with broad experience in consumer marketing and sales.

The role will report to the Home Garden Sales Lead.

While the location of where this role sits is open. Ability to office in Woodland, CA or at the NA Headquarters in St. Louis, Mo would be beneficial to the candidate. However, near our Key Customer headquarters in Alabama or Illinois would also have advantages.

Travel expected for this role is 25%-40%, depending on location.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain business/growth plans by customers focusing on product and customer needs while achieving sales targets.

• Act as the company representative in gardening organizations such as National Garden Bureau and All American Selections, ensuring industry trend and needs are being addressed through product and program offerings.

• Manage and support existing sales accounts through price, promotion, and product offerings, ensuring customer satisfaction is not only met but exceeded.

• Lead industry trade events focused on food, gardening, health and nutrition, to increase brand and product presence.

• Leverage social media platforms to engage a broader audience of consumer customers pulling demand through existing partner channels.

• Partner with R&D and product management to identify and select hybrid tomato, pepper and cucumber products which are fit for the home gardener.

• Participate in internal product portfolio and crop planning meetings related to tomato, pepper and cucumber to ensure customer and industry needs are being represented.

• Support the annual development of marketing plans including programs, pricing and promotional efforts.

• Consistently demonstrate constructive leadership and positive image in representing the Brand and Seminis.

• Manage territory demand forecasts by product.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agronomy, Business, Marketing or related field of study.　We Will consider other degrees with related experience

• Minimum of 3 years of professional sales or account management or consumer marketing experience.

• Experience with and/or knowledge of the vegetable garden industry is preferred.

• Experience effectively demonstrating self motivation, initiative, assertiveness, and results orientation

• Willingness to travel at least 25% of the time visiting accounts, holding industry events, and participating in garden trials.

Vegetable Seed Planner
Pasco, WA
T2H
D.O. Experience

Please send resumes to:

As a Logistics Planner you will help coordinate and oversee domestic shipping both in and out of Pasco as well as other locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Company Profile: Vegetable Seed Planner
Formed in 2000, this company is part of a global agribusiness corporation
One of the top seed and biotechnology companies in the world
The world’s largest producer of products designed to improve and protect crops. Helping farms of all sizes to grow more crops with fewer resources.The Role You Will Play: Vegetable Seed Planner
Will be responsible for managing the condition, packing, and shipment of product
In charge of coordinating the processing of products from a bulk state to finished and packing state
Candidate will work on SAP Software
Oversee organizing and knowing proper and most efficient way to pack and ship product
Lead recurring packaging and labeling update meetings for key stakeholders with timely advisory to key stakeholders where there may be potential delays
Obtain annual plan volumes (for each product) via long term planning.
Assist procurement with vendor evaluations
Support special projects for Seeds Operational Planning as necessary
Ensure best use of technology to make processes effective and efficient

Required Skills and Experience: Vegetable Seed Planner
B.S. Degree, or comparable experience in related field
A broad knowledge of Syngenta’s product portfolio and of corresponding markets
General sales, marketing and technical skills; knowledge of product lines; knowledge of customers and distribution channels; previous seed experience business a plus
Broad understanding of IS systems and tools
3-5 years’ experience in production planning, sales, and/or customer service or relations
Innovative thinking, desire for continuous improvement
Experience or knowledge of SAP system, Microsoft Excel and Access and other programming, such as VBA
Active Driver’s license

Community: Pasco, WA
Population of about 71,000
Close to many state and wildlife parks

Please send resumes to:

Salary: $20.00/hr - $30.00/hr