Company Description

Wonderful Citrus is North America’s leading integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementines/mandarins, navel and Valencia oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus farms more than 74,000 acres of fresh citrus and has supplier relationships around the world to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across the globe under our flagship consumer brands, Wonderful Halos Mandarins, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red Grapefruit.

Job Description

Overview:

Perform the responsibilities for all of the varieties processed through
the packing facility. Plans, prepares and communicates production schedules for the packing of
all fresh citrus at the Paramount Texas facilities. Manage the flow and inventory of packaging
materials as necessary and will coordinate needs between production and sales departments

Here's what you'll do:
Sales Coordination

Acts as Liaison between our Sales Department and Operations
Clearly communicates to the Sales Department the following situations: 1) Production forecast and run plans 2) Out Stock or oversupply conditions 3) Excess Plant capacities 4) Production constraints 5) Fruit constraints

Production Coordination

Determine daily line capacities and fully utilize any excess
Creates, updates, and releases production estimates for each variety
Creates, updates, and releases Daily run lists, wash and pack batches, packing and bagging pitches.
Schedule rotation of set-backs to insure maximum yield
Assure that all area leads have all of the information they need to execute schedules
Review SPM levels to minimize production shortages and over-pack
Report out daily schedule adherence for all production lines
Monitor and maintain SPM levels
Assist Transportation and Shipping with truck appointments
Rate of pay $15.87 P/H

Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and 1 year experience in production environment or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education from four-year college or technical school in Business Administration preferred
Previous experience in handling inventory, purchasing, materials planning and cost control.
Attention to detail and strong communication skills, Proficient in Excel
1-2 years of experience in inventory analysis and experience in purchasing practices
Previous work experience with Oracle inventory modules preferred
Attention to detail and strong communication skills
Advanced computer skills and familiar with computer spreadsheets programs (i.e. Excel).
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
18 Years or older

Additional Information

Wonderful's dedication to you:

On-site Café – Convenient dining with fresh meal options
On-Site Gym – Stay active and healthy with access to our fully equipped fitness center
Exclusive Product Discounts – Enjoy special savings on our products as part of our team!
Growth & Career Advancement – Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Professional Mentorship – Learn from experienced professionals and grow your network.
May include discretionary housing assistance.

Why Choose Wonderful?

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com.

Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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