A well-established produce grower/shipper/packer is searching for an experienced Bilingual Packinghouse Manager to join their team in South Florida.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain a preventative maintenance program with inspection records for coolers and machinery to ensure peak seasonal performance.
• Implement a quality assurance program with accountability and random inspections to ensure package quality.
• Set proper staffing levels for each process to maximize labor efficiency and control costs.
• Identify improvements and leverage data (e.g. labor cost) to meet efficiency goals.
• Establish and enforce a FIFO rotation process for forklift drivers and use cooler space strategically for load staging.
• Keep monthly inventory records of boxes, labels, pallets, chemicals, and packing materials.
• Procure items such as boxes, stickers, labels, pallets, strapping, chemicals, and maintenance supplies at best available terms, maintaining pre-arranged inventory levels.

Communicate regularly with:

• Office staff on plans and purchases
• Sales team on excess inventory or load-ready product
• Farmers on harvest schedules for optimal facility use
• Collaborate with production and shipping to ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
• Report any unresolved issues outside of role authority to ownership promptly.
• Maintain all necessary Food Safety records (e.g. Coastal Ag compliance).
• Prepare for and lead the annual food safety inspection with the Primus auditor.
• Oversee setup, operations, and inventory for these remote facilities.
• Advise and support remote teams with ordering and operations during their seasons.
• Keep the facility and grounds clean and operational, coordinating work with in-house labor and contractors as needed.
• Lead by example: coach staff with hands-on training and performance talks.
• Keep the Packhouse floor organized — clear of clutter and well-arranged.
• Participate in strategic planning with owners and growers.
• Develop strategies to expand capacity and product lines as opportunities arise.

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience:

• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
• In-depth knowledge of order fulfillment in food production with fresh produce.
• Experience with Produce Quality Assurance regulations.
• Be available to travel up to 4 months/year to support packing locations (e.g., Kentucky, Georgia).
• Work long hours, including 7 days/week during the peak season.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organized detail oriented
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines

Compensation: 90-120K, Discretionary Bonus, Medical Benefits, Simple IRA, Relocation Assistance.

Please contact Jennifer Mazza, Jennifer@producecareers.com