Stacker, Dumper Line Worker, PA

Stacker, Dumper Line Worker

Reports to:

Production Supervisor

Location:

Hanover, PA

Type:
Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt

Position starts at $14/HR

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment, and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states.

We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America's families for over a century. Our family's passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer.

As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented individuals to join our operations team as Stackers and Dumpers. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that fresh produce is carefully handled, accurately packed, safely stacked, and efficiently moved through the production process. The ideal candidate is dependable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and committed to maintaining food safety and quality standards.

Shift flexibility is required.

Responsibilities and Duties

Stacking:

• Safely stack packed cartons or crates onto pallets for storage or shipment.
• Wrap and secure pallets to ensure safe transport and minimize product damage.
• Follow stacking patterns to optimize space, air flow and maintain load stability.

Dumping:

• Load and dump raw produce onto conveyors, hoppers, or processing lines.
• Monitor product flow and remove foreign materials or defective items.
• Ensure dumping is done safely to prevent bruising, damage, or product falling on the floor.

Additional Requirements

• Prior experience in produce handling, warehouse, or food processing preferred.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures (cold storage and production areas).
• Strong attention to detail to maintain quality and food safety standards.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and bend frequently as required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English (Spanish bilingual a plus), preferred.
• Commitment to teamwork, reliability, and safety practices.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced production facility handling perishable fresh produce.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, including cold storage, refrigerated, and damp environments.
• Frequent interaction with conveyors, pallet jacks, shrink wrap equipment, and other production machinery.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and required (e.g., gloves, hairnets).
• Work may involve exposure to moisture, organic materials, and routine sanitation chemicals.
• Noise levels may vary depending on production activity.
• Shift flexibility is preferred. Overtime available and job involves working weekends and some holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching.
• Repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements for packing, stacking, and sorting tasks.
• Manual dexterity required to handle produce, labeling, and packaging materials.
• Ability to maintain pace with production line speed.
• Visual ability to inspect produce for quality, defects, and foreign materials.

Education & Experience

• Minimum High School Education / G.E.D. preferred or applicable certification
• Understanding of Produce Standards, and or basic produce experience preferred

Company Benefits/Perks

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more