Production Coordinator

Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state‑of‑the‑art technology, and avocado‑specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories.

Throughout our history, we remain rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year‑round supply of high‑quality fruit from field to fork.

The Production Coordinator will learn all aspects of production for Mission Produce. They will work side‑by‑side with Production Manager/Supervisor, Distribution Center Manager, and department managers to ensure production requirements are met to achieve Mission’s goals. Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of bin receiving, inventory, packing, repacking, and bagging.

• Assist and coordinate with the Production Supervisor and Production Manager on day‑to‑day bagging and packing operations.
• Coordinate the bagging and packing orders.
• Understand the schedules and the customer specifications.
• Accurately complete the daily checks and mark all required details clearly on the inspection logs.
• Help facilitate daily staff coordination for both bagging and packing.
• Review inventory levels and daily fruit orders to assist in planning effectively to meet customer demands.
• Effectively communicate order status and changes to/from QA, Shipping, Sales, and Inventory teams (both at the facility and at the corporate office).
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned by the Production Supervisor or management at the facility.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills among the team and other departments.
• Forklift experience (Preferred).
• 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 toward tasks.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

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