University
of California
University
of California
Job Summary: Directly supervises and supports the work of harvest crew members in transforming mature lettuce in the field into packed cartons on a truck. Carries major responsibility for quality control, crew staffing, discipline, and record-keeping.
Major Job Functions and Examples of Duties
A. Direct and Facilitate Field Operations of Crew
1. Inform crew members of production requirements in relation
to daily market and field conditions.
2. Position truck crew and harvest crew members in field; adjust
harvest crew assignments to rows as needed for even distribution of work.
3. Assist occasionally in work flow by spreading cartons, replacing
poor quality heads, cleaning open pack, etc.
4. Stop crew when production goals are met; announce break times.
5. Relay from HS to crew members instructions about location,
starting time, and cartons required from next field of work.
B. Evaluate and Control Work Performance
1. Inspect cut heads and packed cartons for quality of head selection,
cut, trim, and pack.
2. Observe/check harvest crew members performing their work.
3. Weigh packed cartons periodically and transmit weight information
to Harvest Supervisor.
4. Call work deficiencies to attention of employee; discuss or
demonstrate to correct.
5. Administer progressive discipline when warranted and document
in accord with company policy.
C. Staff Crews and Train Employees
1. Conduct word-of-mouth recruitment when crew vacancies arise.
2. Orient each new employee to work rules and other members of
the crew.
3. Explain to new employees the flow of work and specific job
requirements.
4. Assess probationary employees' skills and potential for development
as regular crew members.
5. Train employees in techniques associated with any new assignment.
6. Announce and document seasonal layoffs.
D. Assist in Policy Making and Harvest Planning
1. Participate in regular management staff meetings.
2. Know current company rules and union contract provisions,
if applicable.
E. Transport Employees
1. Check bus daily for safe operating condition and full equipment;
service as needed.
2. Drive bus to pick up employees at designated points in morning,
transport to field(s) of work during day, and drop off after work.
E. Provide Supplies and Personal Assistance
1. Distribute to employees special supplies, forms, administrative
documents, and information about terms of employment.
2. Issue equipment (gloves, knives, boots); order replacements
as needed and/or maintain small inventory.
3. Answer questions from employees about scheduling, crew assignments,
or other issues.
4. Settle conflicts within crew; help with personal problems;
refer serious disputes to HS.
5. Provide first aid to accident victims and arrange for continued
medical care if needed.
G. Record/Report Payroll and Production Data
1. Act on requests for excused absences from work; document decision;
obtain report (from office staff) on daily absentee call-ins.
2. Complete and submit time/attendance reports daily.
3. Distribute pay checks and obtain receipt signatures; transmit
questions about pay computation to HS or office staff.
4. Complete reports of work-related accidents.
5. Report daily production results.
H. Perform Various Related Tasks
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Minimum Qualifications
A. Knowledge of what good quality lettuce pack are and how to perform well every job in the harvest crew.
B. A basic understanding of people and what affects their work performance.
C. Communication skills: ability to explain, teach, direct, counsel, and listen to employees with respect and tact.
D. Ability to drive, to lift at least 60 pounds, and to withstand physically demanding conditions for extended period of time.
E. Honesty, reliability, and willingness to assume responsibility for achieving company goals.