POSITION OVERVIEW: The LTR (Low Temperature Ripening) Coordinator will initiate the ripening process on Chiquita’s LTRs. The LTR Coordinator must have a clear understanding of the LTR process, and know how to get the target fruit color to the customer’s facility. The candidate must also have knowledge of monitoring the O2/CO2 parameters of containers and experience in equipment maintenance.
JOB RESPONSIBILITES:
Initiate the ripening process. Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Enter containers in Chiquita’s C2DACS system
Manage ethylene inventory
Meet with and exchange information with Chiquita’s vessels LTR Coordinators
Monitor and adjust O2 / CO2 as well as other ripening parameters
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High School graduate or GED
Physically able to climb a ladder (the height of a container to close vents).
Must be able to lift and move about 50 lbs.
Detail oriented
Multi-tasking capabilities
Ability to prioritize tasks
Computer literate
Microsoft Excel knowledge a plus
Strong communication skills
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
The incumbent must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions unsupervised.
The incumbent needs to be able to make necessary process adjustments based on data (readings) and customers’ requirements.
The incumbent also needs to be able to move equipment around a 30-acre yard and initiate (start) the ripening process on 20 – 50 containers daily.
Rotating weekend work as needed.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Food Production
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