Fruit Evaluator - Maturity Lab Lead II

Company Description

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates. 

JOB SUMMARY:

Monitor pre-harvest and harvest for quality and quantity in a timely manner. Tracking bloom, estimating crop yields, assisting with harvest sequence, and getting fruit samples for the lab. 

Base Compensation: $19.25/ hour

Job Description

• Maintain a valid Driver’s License in good standing in order to operate a company vehicle. 

• Assist in Fruit Evaluation Management team duties 

• Monitor crop volumes and fruit sizing across various ranches. 

• Track trees for in-field fruit cataloging of characteristics and growth. 

• Assist in the harvest sequence and direction of harvest crews. 

• Learn fruit sampling techniques for fruit grading and maturity analysis. 

• Assist in data entry and management of scientific resources 

• Training and supervision of seasonal workers. 

• Frequent travel to and from fields will be necessary (vehicle, fuel and water will be provided). 

• May work swing shifts. 

Qualifications

• Familiarity with state specific food safety laws. 

• Ability to see the “big picture” business perspective, but is willing to “roll up their sleeves” and do whatever it takes to get the job done.  

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees. 

• Professional communication skills. 

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.   

• Ability to perform efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment. 

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable. 

• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict management skills. 

• Ability to employ creative and innovative thought processes.  

• Ability to perform analysis and communicate results effectively. 

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle software. 

• Ability to set up and use a ladder. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

Fruit Evaluation experience, with a specific emphasis in agriculture preferably within a production/manufacturing setting. Supplementary training and/or designations related to the quality assurance or food safety field, or equivalent education and experience, is desirable.  

Additional Information

POM's Dedication to You:

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one