Production Assistant II

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Assistant II will learn all aspects of production for Mission Produce. They will work side‑by‑side with Production Supervisor, and Production Coordinators to ensure production requirements are met to achieve Mission’s goals.

• Assist the Production Supervisor and Coordinators.
• Assist in bagging and machine operations.
• Assist in shipping and receiving operations by loading, unloading, and racking fruit.
• Assign and review orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate with Forklift Drivers to coordinate inbound and outbound loads.
• Answer shipping phone lines and provide assistance to drivers as needed.
• Check drivers in upon arrival and out upon completion of shipments.
• Perform D365 shipping functions, including entering driver and CTPAT information accurately.
• Understand and adhere to Mission’s ripening process.
• Accurately complete ripe room checks daily and mark all required details clearly on inspection logs.
• Understand inventory levels and FIFO procedures.
• Effectively communicate order status and changes to and from QA, Shipping, Sales, and Inventory teams (both at the facility and the corporate office).
• Operate a forklift to stage fruit for QA inspection, load ripening rooms, manage dry goods inventory, and complete other assigned duties.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills among the team and other departments.
• Forklift experience.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to follow standard operating procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize a variety of tasks in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Must have the ability to be flexible, including holidays and weekends.
• Display a positive attitude towards tasks.

• Ability to work in a temperature‑controlled environment from 34°F – 42°F.
• Ability to lift or move 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Safely work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability and willingness to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch/bend as needed to perform essential tasks.