Seed Harvest Operator
Employer
1091 E Curry Farm Rd
Pearce, AZ 85625
United States
Job description
We are one of the largest all Organic holdings in Arizona. We farm a variety of specialty crops including chili, rosemary, watermelon, pumpkins, and cactus. We need seasonal employees to assist with cleaning our own harvested seed. Employees will need to operate seed cleaning equipment and assist with cleaning operations; move newly harvested seeds from a bin into a pit to transfer the seeds above the cleaning equipment for cleaning; remove the boxes that contain dirty materials from the cleaning equipment with a forklift and place them in appropriate locations; Inspect the cleaned seeds as finished product to make sure that they meet the quality standard and place them in boxes for storage; Move bags up to 50 pounds each. Keep work environment clean clean of split seed and dust; and perform other general farm duties as assigned. Employer may provide pay increases for performance, longevity and/or experience at employer’s discretion. Employer may provide performance bonuses at the end of the contract at the employer’s discretion.
Special Requirements
Job requires extensive sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, frequent stooping, repetitive movements and exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures. Employer will conduct post-hire drug tests at no cost to the employee to enforce a drug free workplace policy. Failing a drug test will result in termination. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Job requires a regular drivers license and 3 months experience.