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Intern, Field Operations And Grower Representative

The J.M. Smucker Company

Intern, Field Operations And Grower Representative

Oxnard, CA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Intern, Field Operations and Grower Representative Oxnard, CA/en-US/US_External_Careers/job/Oxnard-CA/Intern--Field-Operations-and-Grower-Representative_103058/apply For more than 120 years, The J.M. Smucker Company has brought families together to share memorable meals and moments. Guided by a vision to engage, delight, and inspire consumers through trusted food and beverage brands that bring joy throughout their lives, Smucker has grown to be a well-respected North American marketer and manufacturer with a balanced portfolio of leading and emerging, on-trend brands. In consumer foods and beverages, its brands include Smucker's®, Folgers®, Jif®, Dunkin Donuts®, Crisco®, Café Bustelo®, R.W. Knudsen Family®, Sahale Snacks®, Smucker's® Uncrustables®, Robin Hood®, and Bicks®. In pet food and pet snacks, its brands include Rachael Ray®nbsp;Nutrish®, Meow Mix®, Milk-Bone®, Kibbles 'n Bits®, Natural Balance®, and Natures Recipe®. The Company remains rooted in the Basic Beliefs of Quality, People, Ethics, Growth, and Independence established by its founder and namesake more than a century ago. For more information about our Company, visit jmsmucker.com. TITLE Intern, Field Operations amp; Grower Representative LOCATION Oxnard, CA KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following although other duties may be assigned: * Works closely with processing manager to assure coordination of field fruit deliveries. * Determine daily crate volume by obtaining early morning on-site ranch estimates. Adjusts estimates throughout afternoon re-check of harvesting ranches. Immediately reports any significant volume changes. * Obtains, records, and passes information to processing manager and plant manager on probable next day crate volume. * Advises the plant manager and QC manager immediately when poor quality (soft, catfacing, contamination, etc.) is evident on any particular grower's ranch. * Works with growers to get harvested freezer fruit delivered to the processing plant and/or receiving station as quickly as possible. * Ensures proper contact and relationships with the growers. * Assures that all crates and pallets are distributed to the growers on an as-needed basis to prevent grower stockpiling. * At season's end, assures all crates and pallets are returned to the Oxnard plant yard for storage, inventory, and repair. * Obtain pesticide reports from the growers when requested and deliver to the Plant Manager. * Maintain proper inventories of crate and pallets at receiving stations. Assures crates and pallets are cleaned properly prior to grower distribution. * Works with Oxnard plant supervisor/office personnel on any grower weight tag/ grading sheet discrepancies. Delivers and explains corrected documentation to the growers. * Schedule trucking to pick up fruit from the receiving stations for timely delivery to the Oxnard plant. * Works with our growers to ensure all of their daily deliveries are made early enough to permit same day processing. * Addresses any and all other concerns/problems as directed by the Plant Manager. * Works with Oxnard processing manager to establish daily production schedule. * Coordinates distribution of raw fruit. * Records yield data from experimental varieties and other research plots. * Takes fruit samples as needed for lab evaluation. * Conducts special tests, evaluations, and projects as requested by the QC Manager. * Visually observes plant development and records. * Inspects daily and audit grower field Good Agricultural Practices monthly using Field Sanitation Check list. Immediately follows up on deficiencies. * Other duties as required. SELECTION CRITERIA Education nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Be enrolled in a 4-year degree program, Food Science, Logistics or Agri-Business major highly desired nbsp; Other nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Available in early April through the end of August. nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Able to work weekends, overtime, and night shifts. nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Excellent communication skills and leadership skills. nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Ability to read, write and speak Spanish highly desired Posted 2 Days AgoFull time103058 The J.M. Smucker Company has a unique culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs, strengthened by Our Commitment to Each Other and perpetuated by the creation of an environment that leads to the continued growth of our employees. * A Culture of Growth Smucker has a unique culture where every employee makes a difference. Since our founding in 1897, we have had and will continue to embrace a commitment to continuous improvement. * A Company with a Purpose Helping to bring families together to share memorable meals and moments. * A Place to Thrive For more than 120 years, Smuckers has been proud to call Northeast Ohio home. Much like Smucker, Ohio is a vibrant and exciting place, rooted in a strong history and innovative environment. * Our Home Our 120-acre, state-of-the-art Corporate campus is designed to create a warm, welcoming environment that facilitates open communication and collaboration, providing a sense of community where people are proud to gather, work, and learn from one another. * Our Future As we continue to grow, we look to the future where the best is yet to come. A future shaped by our heritage, our commitment, and our culture. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The J. M. Smucker Company (the Company) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. nbsp;No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

  • Industry
    Manufacturing