Production Technician; Seasonal

Perricone Farms has proudly partnered with the renowned Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, uniting two industry leaders in premium citrus juice. This strategic acquisition combines Perricone’s legacy of craft citrus juice expertise with Natalie’s reputation for high-quality, fresh-squeezed products. Together, we’ve created a dynamic, growth-focused company with expanded market reach, enhanced capabilities, and exciting opportunities for innovation and advancement across our operations.

Perricone Farms is seeking Seasonal Production Technicians to join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking for hands-on seasonal work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. As a Production Technician, you will rotate through key production areas, including fruit grading, drumming/filling, blending, and sanitation.

Pay Rate:
Competitive hourly rate depending on the shift

Shift Availability:1st Shift;
Monday
- Saturday @7:00am to 3:30pm2nd Shift;
Monday
- Saturday @3:00pm to 11:30pm3rd Shift;
Monday
- Saturday @11:00pm to 7:30amSeason:
November thru February, with a possibility to come back in Summer

Key Responsibilities:

As Production Technician 1, you will perform a variety of essential production tasks including:

Filling and emptying 55-gallon drums

Grading and sorting fruit according to quality standards

Assembling, packing, and stacking product boxes

Wrapping pallets for shipment

Operating and monitoring production machinery

Assisting in blending operations

Labeling products accurately

Setting up the production line with materials and supplies

Maintaining clean and sanitary work areas

Logging daily production activities

Monitoring equipment and reporting issues to the supervisor

Drug Free Workplace & Safety Expectations:

Adhere to all company policies and standard operating procedures

Maintain a safe and clean working environment in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Notify supervisors of any irregularities or equipment concerns

Comply with all OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF requirements

Support ongoing efforts in food safety, quality assurance, and non-GMO compliance

Participate in audits and the annual review of the Food Safety Management System Reporting Structure:

This position reports directly to the Shift Manager.

High school diploma or GED required1–3 months of related experience in a production or manufacturing setting preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Flexibility to rotate between various production roles

Work Environment:

Exposure to moving machinery, wet/humid conditions, and variable temperatures;
May be exposed to chemicals, airborne particles, and loud noise levels;
Protective gear and safety protocols are required

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and use hands;
Frequently required to climb, bend, or crouch;
Must be able to lift/move up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs frequently;
Visual requirements include close, peripheral, and color vision, with depth perception

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions as associated with a job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.