Harvest Operator

Job description

The Harvest Operator is responsible for operating machinery and performing manual labor to harvest crops in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

• Drive and control farm equipment to harvest crops such as peas and corn with attention to surroundings and operation of equipment in a safe and careful manner. May also include operating stationary equipment to perform post-harvest tasks.

• Perform pre-inspection of all equipment before operating machinery and notify the supervisor immediately if adjustments, repairs or service are needed. Communicate with supervisors and/or peers in person, telephone or written form.

• Observe and listen to machinery while operating to detect any equipment malfunctions.

• Manipulate controls to set, activate and adjust mechanisms on machinery.

• Use of hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning and moving materials and manipulating things.

• Load of hoppers, containers, truck trailers with agricultural products being harvested.

• Perform sanitation and inspections at the end of each shift.

• Perform manual labor, including picking, sorting, and loading crops into transport vehicles.

• Adhere to proper harvesting techniques to ensure product quality and prevent crop damage.

• Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures while operating machinery and handling crops.

• Maintain and clean equipment, ensuring proper function and reducing downtime.

• Assist in field preparation, and general farm maintenance as needed.

• Comply with all H-2A program requirements, including housing rules, work-hour expectations, and proper documentation.

• Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations, including proper hygiene practices while handling crops.

Special Requirements

2) Worker must possess 3 months of farm equipment operation.

4e) Must be able to lift and/or load 50lbs.

4g) Work may take place when temperatures are below freezing and above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

4h) May require extensive pulling and/or pushing of tools, wheelbarrows, etc.

4i) May require worker to sit and/or walk for extensive periods of time while examining, transporting, etc.

4j) Workers will be required to stoop and/or bend over while performing farm labor.

4k) There will be repetitive movements while performing most of the farm labor duties.