Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is currently hiring a Seasonal Field Representative to join its team at its Lomo Field Station in Live Oak, CA. PCP is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America. Pay Rate: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour. Weekend and overtime hours required when needed. As a Seasonal Field Representative, you will collaborate closely with the District Field Manager to inspect orchards and collect samples of raw products in rural areas. This role will involve regular visits to growers, so candidates must possess a reliable vehicle and be physically capable of walking through fields in various weather conditions, as well as performing light lifting (under 20 lbs.). Key Responsibilities: Monitor peach orchards and gather samples of raw products. Assist growers by addressing inquiries and resolving any issues that arise. Communicate crop status to the District Manager and relevant stakeholders. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Previous experience as a Field Representative or in a similar role. Knowledge of the peach and agricultural industry. Proficient computer skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and foster strong relationships with people from all backgrounds and cultures Proven capability to plan, prioritize, and organize work within a fast-paced, dynamic environment, ensuring timely completion of tasks. Ability to resolve routine and complex issues. Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision, consistently following through on projects until completion. Familiarity with local agriculture practices. * Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a reliable insured vehicle. About PCP Summary Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada. AA/EEO Policy Statement Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Pacific Coast Producers long has been committed to supplying its customers with the finest canned fruits and tomatoes available. The company aims to meet retailers’ private label requirements, while also providing the best possible service at a competitive price.
Headquartered in the heart of the Central Valley, home of many of California’s finest crops, Pacific Coast Producers (PCP) is proud of its grower-backed, customer-focused business philosophy. Hundreds of third- and fourth-generation family farmers partner with PCP to provide the ripest tomatoes, the sweetest peaches, the most flavorful apricots and pears each and every harvest. Picked at the peak of flavor and packed under the strict United States food safety regulations, PCP’s products deliver on many promises. PCP personally works with farmers to determine what each of them is able to grow best. Crops are strategically grown near the processing plants. For example, conventional tomatoes are grown and picked within a 16-mile radius of their Woodland tomato facility.