About the Role
To safely and efficiently pack bananas to quality and customer specifications while maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and product care within the packing shed.
Key Responsibilities
- Pack bananas into cartons according to specified size, weight, and quality standards
- Sort and inspect fruit to ensure only acceptable quality is packed
- Handle fruit carefully to prevent bruising or damage
- Use scales, liners, and packing materials correctly
- Place packed cartons onto conveyors safely
- Maintain a clean and organised work area throughout the shift
- Follow packing instructions for different carton types (e.g. 15kg, mini packs)
- Record packing ID tickets and ensure traceability
- Dispose of waste materials appropriately
- Report defects, hazards, or equipment issues to supervisor
Skills & Requirements
- Ability to follow instructions and quality specifications
- Good attention to detail when sorting and packing fruit
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced team environment
- Physically capable of repetitive manual tasks and lifting
- Awareness of workplace safety and hygiene practices