Sun Orchard Job Board:

We are looking to add the following to our team:

Grower Representative

Job Description:

Sun Orchard Fruit Company is a Fresh Apple company in Western New York working

with a select group of quality growers in the same region, we market their fruit to some of

the best retailers and markets in the industry.

We are currently looking for a Field Representative to work with the existing grower base

and develop new relationships with premium quality focused growers.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, personable and

outgoing, bringing a professional and positive attitude to workplace.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintain and service existing growers in Niagara, Orleans and Wayne counties
Meet with growers and establish relationships to understand their business and needs
Communicate with growers on market conditions and harvest strategies
Communicate with management on projected volume and grower needs
Seek out and develop new growers
Follow all company policies including food safety and GAP regulations

Requirements:

Experience in Agriculture (Apple experience a plus)
Knowledge of Food Safety and GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) a plus
Excellent communications skills
Ability to make sound decisions and solve problems
Self-starter who has the passion and determination to work hard and meet or exceed goals
Strong Organizational skills with good time management
Computer proficient
Good customer service skills with an ability to adapt to different personality types
A degree in horticulture or equivalent experience

Salary/Benefits:

Wage to commensurate with experience. Extensive company provided benefit package

includes- medical/profit sharing/paid holidays/bonus

Packer/General Laborer

Full Time - Year round

Sort and pack apples into packages
General labor activities
Pay starting at $16/hour

Must be able to stand for periods of 2-2.5 hours between breaks, must be able to lift up to 40lbs of apples at any given time. No experience necessary, will train. Must be punctual.

Tow Motor Operator

Full Time - Year round

Job Description:

Sun Orchard Fruit Company is a fresh apple packing company in Western New York working with a select group of quality growers in the same region; we market their fruit to some of the best retailers and markets in the industry. We are currently looking for a tow motor (forklift) operator to join our warehouse team to aid in daily activities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The successful candidate will be required to move bins of fruit and other various materials to and from different locations throughout the facility. The candidate will also be required to load and unload tractor trailers.

Requirements:

Work full‑time (40+ hours per week). On site.
Has, and can maintain, a clean driving record.
Able to operate tow motor and hand truck.
To be considered for a tow motor operator candidate must have 2-3 years of tow motor experience.
Work independently, multi‑task, and flexibly adapt the work plan to solve problems and achieve consistently high quality results in a reasonable timeframe.
Must be punctual. Hours 7:30am-4:00pm Mon thru Fri

Compensation & Benefits

Pay scale: $16 to $20 per hour, depending on experience.

Profit Sharing along with paid vacation.
Health Insurance

COVID-19 Considerations

As an essential business we have taken all the necessary and recommended protocols as advised by the NY Department of Health to ensure a safe work environment.