Inspector Sorter​/Seasonal

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E4 - Seasonal - Union Vancouver, WA, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.70 To $19.70 Hourly

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning food service, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities:
Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.;
San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a seasonal Inspector Sorter to be responsible for working on production line sorting and inspecting fruit at our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA. This is a seasonal position supporting our fresh pack season, typically August – November.

• Always promote food safety culture as a priority in all situations through conversations, communications, and actions
• Stand at workstation for up to 7.5 hours per day
• Observe the flow of the fruit on conveyors; remove any fruit that does not meet the minimum requirements of quality fruit
• Use proper personal protective equipment such as waterproof shoes or boots, waterproof or chemical‑resistant gear (pants/jacket), safety glasses or goggles, face shield, and gloves

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; not required
• 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial facility; food industry experience preferred
• Ability to determine a quality can by observing dents and defects
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers or management
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test and work extended schedule, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically August to November

The hourly union wage is $18.16, with a 2nd shift differential of $0.50, and a 3rd shift differential of $1.00.

• Eligible for paid sick leave

• 1st Shift 7a-3p
• 2nd Shift 3p-11p ($0.50 Differential)
• 3rd Shift 11p-7a ($1.00 Differential)

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.