General Labor – Packer
Pure Hothouse Foods LLC / Pure Flavor® Farms
Work Location: 33100 Smith Road, Romulus, MI 48174
Work Arrangement: In-person
Department: Production / Packing Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Type: Hourly
Estimated Pay Range: $15.50–$19.25 per hour
Education: No high school diploma or GED is required; a diploma, GED, or equivalent education is preferred
Experience: No previous experience required; training may be provided
The posted wage range is an outside-market estimate and should be confirmed directly with Pure Flavor during the hiring process. Current listings identify the Romulus position as full-time and in person.
About Pure Flavor
Pure Flavor Farms is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers committed to delivering fresh, high-quality produce to retail, food-service, and community customers throughout North America.
The company offers a fast-paced production environment where employees can develop their skills, gain food-production experience, and pursue advancement opportunities.
Position Summary
Seeking dependable and hardworking General Labor Packers for its Romulus production facility.
The General Labor Packer inspects, sorts, grades, packages, and labels fresh vegetables according to customer orders, food-safety requirements, and quality standards. Packers are responsible for handling produce carefully, maintaining a clean work area, and meeting production and efficiency expectations.
This is an entry-level opportunity. A high school diploma or GED is not required, although it is preferred. Previous warehouse, packing, food-production, or manufacturing experience is also preferred but not required.
Essential Responsibilities
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Visually inspect and handle fresh vegetables.
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Sort and grade produce based on size, ripeness, quality, and product classification.
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Place produce into the correct containers according to customer specifications.
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Apply or verify accurate labels and packaging.
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Inspect produce and packaging for contamination, pests, foreign materials, damage, or quality concerns.
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Immediately report contamination, damaged products, shortages, or packaging problems to authorized personnel.
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Handle produce carefully to prevent bruising, crushing, or other damage.
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Meet production, food-safety, quality, and packing standards established by Line Leaders and Supervisors.
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Communicate regularly with the Production Supervisor regarding quality concerns, damaged products, and shortages.
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Clean and sanitize food-contact surfaces, equipment, machines, and production areas.
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Maintain a clean and organized workspace throughout the shift.
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Report damaged equipment or mechanical concerns to authorized personnel.
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Follow standard operating procedures and company policies.
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Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, food-safety standards, and workplace health and safety requirements.
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Support production and packing operations as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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No high school diploma or GED required.
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High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education preferred.
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No previous packing or production experience required.
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Must be willing and able to learn packing, grading, labeling, sanitation, and food-safety procedures.
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Must be dependable and able to report to work on time.
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Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
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Must be able to work independently and as part of a production team.
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Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Must demonstrate attention to detail.
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Must be able to meet production and quality expectations.
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Must be willing to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and food-safety requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
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Previous experience in food production, packing, manufacturing, warehousing, agriculture, or general labor.
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Familiarity with packing-house or production-line operations.
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Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
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Knowledge of food-safety, sanitation, and workplace-safety procedures.
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Experience inspecting, sorting, grading, packing, or labeling products.
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Ability to recognize damaged or contaminated products.
Hours and Work Schedule
This is a full-time hourly position. Exact shifts and start times are assigned according to production schedules and business needs.
Applicants should be prepared for:
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Approximately 40 hours per week, depending on business needs
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Various production shifts
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Early morning, daytime, afternoon, or evening schedules
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Schedule changes based on customer orders and production volume
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Weekend availability when required
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Holiday availability when required
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Overtime during high-volume production periods
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Remaining on the production line for most of the scheduled shift
The original posting states that hours may vary depending on business needs and that schedule flexibility is required. Exact facility operating hours and assigned shifts should be confirmed during the interview or job-offer process.
Working Conditions
This position is performed inside a refrigerated warehouse and food-packing environment.
Employees should be prepared to:
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Work in temperatures generally ranging from 45°F to 55°F.
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Work around operating packing machinery and forklifts.
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Work in an environment that may be loud.
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Stand and walk for extended periods.
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Frequently bend, twist, reach, and use their hands to handle produce and packaging.
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Perform repetitive packing and production-line movements.
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Regularly lift up to 30 pounds.
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Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
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Wear required personal protective equipment and food-safety clothing.
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Follow sanitation and hygiene requirements throughout the shift.
Skills Needed
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
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Dependability and punctuality
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Attention to detail
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Hand-eye coordination
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Ability to perform repetitive work
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Teamwork
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Ability to follow instructions
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Food-safety awareness
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Quality-control awareness
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Ability to work at a steady production pace
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Willingness to learn
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Ability to work in a refrigerated environment
Compensation
Estimated Pay Range: $15.50–$19.25 per hour
Final starting pay may depend on:
The employer’s supplied posting identifies the position as hourly but does not provide an official wage. Public job listings estimate the Romulus position at approximately $15.50–$19.25 per hour. (ZipRecruiter)
Advancement Opportunities
Employees may have opportunities to develop skills and advance into positions such as:
Advancement depends on performance, attendance, training, available openings, and company requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations
Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for applicants and employees. The company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable accessibility and accommodation requirements, including the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the hiring process should contact the company’s Human Resources department.
