Farmworker
Employer
Co 6th St & Ave 9E - SE side
yuma, AZ 85365
United States
Job description
Seasonal Broccoli Harvester:
Worker Will perform various duties associated with the growing of broccoli. Duties may include movement and set
up of irrigation equipment, weed removal within and around the designated fields. Workers will be required to cut
broccoli with a special knife (stainless steel 7.25-inch blade) with plastic handle. Foreman will instruct workers
daily on the size of the product that must be cut. Worker will cut vegetable away from the root,
wrap product with plastic wrap and/or box the product according to foreman specifications. Worker shall have the
ability to build carton boxes and stack them in specified areas. Worker will be required to move empty pallets of 60
lbs in weight. Worker will be required to walk and stand from 8 to 12 hours a day, repetitive hand and wrist
movement, reach objects and stretch their body, constant bending over, walking, or sitting, and the ability to lift 60
lbs. Worker will be walking in different soil conditions in the field, using proper tools, which will be provided by
employer at no cost to the worker, and will work with an average 25 other workers per unit. Work environment
noise is generally moderate to loud. Moderate to cold climate, should be prepared to dress
appropriately. At times when work is slow, worker will be asked to clean around his area, and discard any product
that has fallen off the conveyor and will no longer be used for consumption. At times you might be asked to help
your coworkers. Worker must follow all rules of operation and safety regulations. All regulations to be posted on
bulletin board for workers. At end of day/shift, worker will be asked to turn in all equipment to the foreman and
clean his/her area of work for the day. Workers will be asked to remain in position until the last box is off the
conveyor belt and all boxes are stacked appropriately.
Throughout the workday worker is required to communicate and listen to foreman, and coworkers in order
maintain a steady workflow.
Special Requirements
None