QC Ripening Utility

Four Seasons Produce
Ephrata, PA
The QC Ripening Utility Associate assists with ripening responsibilities for in-house and 3rd party ripening programs. Also, supports other functions such as product movement, quality checks, and selection of orders specifically for quality.

Schedule: During training Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. After training the schedule will move to Sunday - Thursday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Location: Ephrata, PA (onsite)

What you get to do as a QC Ripening Utility

  • Work closely with Buying team and Logistics Services team to accurately ripen the designated amount of product required on a regular basis
  • Effectively and efficiently operate ripening rooms and related equipment used in the ripening process
  • Work closely with all other areas of Quality Control to assist in departmental goals and functions, including continuous improvement and change management efforts
  • Work with Facilities to help maintain ripening rooms and equipment on a consistent basis
  • Operate hi-lift or pallet jack to improve department efficiencies involving product movements and order selection, while closely monitoring product quality to help prevent customer rejections
  • Operate equipment safely, follow safe work practices, maintain a safe work area, and adhere to food safety policies

What you bring

  • A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalency
  • General knowledge of produce ripening processes, specifically with bananas, tomatoes and avocados preferred
  • Must be able to distinguish colors for grading produce and have keen attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and make sound decisions
  • Ability to efficiently work independently

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Earned Wage Access - flexible access to wages before payday
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
  • Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
  • Retirement 401(k) with employer match
  • Company life insurance & voluntary life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, wellness program, employee assistance program, Success Coach, and more!

Who We Are

We are a family of companies that focus on wholesale produce distribution and logistics across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. We partner with local growers to bring fresh organic and conventional produce to our Lancaster County, PA facility. We grade and package fruits and vegetables, sending only the best with our Drivers to deliver to independent retailers, natural food stores, and food co-ops.

We care about our associates and are committed to a healthy, diverse, and inclusive work environment.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status under federal, state and local laws.

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Posted 2025-09-29

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