Harvester

Stand-By Personnel•Joplin, MO

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking dependable candidates for a Harvester position supporting a commercial mushroom production operation. The Harvester is responsible for harvesting mushrooms from growing beds while ensuring proper quality, appearance, and production standards. This Harvester role requires careful product selection, precise cutting techniques, and maintaining production efficiency while following safety and food handling standards.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous harvesting or agricultural work experience preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Select mushrooms based on size and quality standards
Harvest mushrooms from assigned growing areas
Cut mushroom stems using a knife according to product specifications
Ensure proper presentation and container weight requirements
Maintain assigned beds free of debris and leftover stems
Monitor product quality and follow food safety standards
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for safe tool and equipment use
Adhere to Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Complete daily logs and reports accurately
Perform additional duties as assigned