Number of openings: 1 Fulltime, Year Round

Hours & Days: 3:30 pm – 12:00 am, Monday – Friday; shift hours may vary depending on production.

Location: Olds - Wenatchee

This position will require a pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications:

· Knowledge of packing lines, waxing and cleaning fruit, hydraulics, basic electrical and air systems

· Knowledge of fabrication, design, and development of specialized equipment

· Mechanical ability to include welding and power tool use in accordance with safety guidelines

· Ability to read and understand technical manuals and blueprints

· Ability to troubleshoot, schedule projects, and prioritize based on needs assessment

· Good computer and math skills

· Flexibility of work schedule

· Ability to communicate and work well with other employees, external contractors and vendors

· Functional experience in welding, auto cad, design, and fabrication

· Understanding of personnel supervision to include procedures for hiring, discipline and termination, maintaining employee records

· Stemilt certified forklift driver, or ability to become certified.

· Valid Washington State driver's license with a good driving record

· Must be able to push/pull or carry up to 100 pounds.

· Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus but not required

· Knowledge in PLC and line control.

· Previous supervisor experience preferred.

Responsibilities of the position including but not limited to the following:

· Oversee all packing and operational mechanical crews

· Plan, develop, implement, and supervise special projects

· Work with and assist outside contractors and vendors

· Review and assess quotations from vendors based on budget requirements and needs assessment

· Work with Operations Manager on daily basis, providing requested information in a timely manner

· Develop and maintain annual departmental budget

· Plan and design packing and operational systems

· Prepare and present weekly report for production meetings

· Supervise staff in various locations according to Stemilt Growers policy and practices

· Follow safety rules pertaining to job tasks

· Other duties may be assigned.

A World Famous! benefits package that includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Short - and Long-term Disability insurance

• FSA

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) with up to 4% employer contributions

• Paid holidays (7)

• Paid-time-off days will accrue as outline in employment handbook