Careers

Careers

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We wouldn’t be where we are today without the dedication and hard work of all our team members. Our team is involved in every facet of getting fresh produce from farms to restaurants and businesses throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, and we offer exceptional opportunities for a variety of careers. We are constantly looking for new talent and have a tradition of giving all our people opportunities for advancement.

Available Positions

1st Shift Delivery Driver (Richmond)

1st Shift Delivery Driver (DOT Medical Card Required).

Schedule: Monday-Saturday, 4:30 am – end of route.

The objective of the Delivery Driver is to ensure that produce, dairy, and dry good products are delivered to customers in a manner that meets or exceeds customer expectations. The Delivery Driver is also responsible for communicating any customer preferences or issues to the Transportation Department Managers and Supervisors as well as the Customer Care Department. Finally, the Delivery Driver is responsible for operating vehicles in a safe and professional manner as well as reporting any vehicle maintenance issues using proper inspection format and verbal communication to supervisors.

Description:

  • Performs deliveries, pick-ups, and returns of produce, dairy products, and dry goods to/from customers and suppliers.
  • Use the Mobilecast program to review route assignments and log whereabouts while making deliveries using a Direct Connect handset/phone
  • Review paperwork for assigned route(s) to ensure all invoices are present and in good condition
  • Inspect cargo loads to ensure they are packed appropriately
  • Prepares customer orders by verifying them with delivery invoices for accuracy, delivering them to customer facility, and assisting with check-in and placement of products at the client facility. Receives signatures on invoices for items delivered and collects any cash on delivery payments when necessary.
  • Completes, organizes, and turns in all appropriate paperwork and invoices, making sure that all checks and monies are balanced and included in the drop.
  • Ensures that all vehicles are cleaned out properly and the end of each shift.
  • Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip inspections in proper Department of Transportation (DOT) format

Requirements: 

  • Requires a large degree of walking and climbing in and out of trucks throughout each workday.
  • Requires a large degree of lifting, loading, and unloading produce, dairy products, and dry goods
  • Outside work for extended periods of time throughout each workday
  • High school diploma or it’s equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years of verifiable driving experience
  • General knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the transportation field
  • Ability to operate automatic 26ft box truck
  • Ability to interact with customers and be a frontline representative of the Company
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Able to obtain and DOT Medical Examiner’s card
  • Able to pass a Human Performance Evaluation
Order Selector (Landover)

Order Selector – Full-time

  • Reading customer orders accurately.
  • Locating and selecting the specific warehouse items to fulfill the customer’s order.
  • Operating Electric Riding Jack and other warehouse machinery to stack items and prepare orders for shipping.
  • Placing the prepared orders in the correct dock slips for loading onto shipping trucks.
  • Performing visual inspections of orders to ensure they are correct and ready for shipment.
  • Labeling order shipments correctly for easy identification.
  • Applying shrink wrap to the prepared order before shipping.
  • Following warehouse safety procedures for the operation of equipment, such as wearing proper clothing, safe food handling, and maintaining awareness of your surroundings and the other workers when transporting items.
  • Keeping the warehouse clean and organized at all times.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 3-5 years direct order pulling experience preferably in the produce industry
  • Warehouse distribution and produce knowledge
  • Electric Riding Jack
Precut Worker (Landover)

Objective:

Pre-Cut Workers are the front line to all customer orders based on custom cuts of large bulk produce.  Pre-Cut Worker are responsible for cleaning, preparing, and packaging fruits and vegetables according to proper preparation methods.  The Pre-Cut Worker is also responsible for standard food service work including proper sanitation duties within the Pre-Cut Department

Essential Job Functions:

  • Prepares all orders by selecting the proper product to be processed wither custom by hand or by machine.
  • Ensures proper sanitation methods are used from raw to ready to eat.
  • Places all orders into the specially designated receptacles.
  • Uses scales and identifies proper tare weights for pricing on products.

Working Conditions/Job Environment:

  • Degree of physical demands (strength) usually associated with this position.
  • Requires repeated stooping and bending.
  • Frequent lifting and carrying of boxed/bagged fruits and vegetables
  • Require continuous standing for extended periods of time.
  • Environmental conditions (physical surroundings and hazards) usually associated with this position.
  • Working in a 35 degree (F) processing area for 8-10 hours on a daily basis
  • Working in a damp environment 8-10 hours on a daily basis

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1- 2 years in the food preparation/food processing field preferably in the produce industry
  • Knowledge of General Manufacturing Practices and procedures within a produce food preparation field
  • Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job under immediate supervision
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. on a repeated basis
Delivery Driver – 1st Shift (Landover)

Delivery Driver – 1st Shift

JOB OBJECTIVE:

The objective of the Delivery Driver is to ensure that produce, dairy, and dry good products are delivered to Keany customers in a manner that meets or exceeds customer expectations. The Delivery Driver is also responsible for communicating any customer preferences or issues to the Transportation Department Managers and Supervisors as well as the Customer Care Department. Finally, the Delivery Driver is responsible for operating Keany vehicles in a safe and professional manner as well as reporting any vehicle maintenance issues using proper inspection format and verbal communication to supervisors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Working Conditions & Job Environment
  • Requires a large degree of walking and climbing in and out of trucks throughout each work day.
  • Requires a large degree of lifting, loading, and unloading produce, dairy products, and dry goods
  • Outside work for extended periods of time throughout each work day

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education
  • High school diploma or its equivalent
Experience
  • Minimum 2 years of verifiable driving experience
Knowledge
  • General knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the transportation field
Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to operate automatic 22ft delivery truck
  • Ability to interact with Keany customers and be a frontline representative of the Company
Licenses, Certifications, etc.
  • State of Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia driver’s license
  • Able to obtain a DOT Medical Examiner’s card
  • Able to pass a Human Performance Evaluation
Account Executive (multiple locations)

Job Summary:

A Keany Produce Account Executive is a sales and service position.  This job is a salary plus commission position – salary will reduce monthly once you’re on commission until you are paid fully by commission.  Account Executives are required to complete CRM in real-time and visit at least 20 customers/prospects per day.  They are the primary point of contact between their customers and Keany Produce and Gourmet.  A love of food is not required, but strongly encouraged.  If you are hard-working and like talking about food and the food industry, you will do well in this position.

Essential Job Functions:

  1. Visit at least 20 customers and prospects per day and log all interactions into CRM.
  2. Enter CRM data daily to track sales pipeline progress accurately and effectively.
  3. Troubleshoot issues and develop partnerships with prospects and current customers.
  4. Work with the sales team to develop strategies to better service customers.
  5. Attend weekly in-person meetings with your sales team.
  6. Deliver a high level of customer service to all customers.
  7. Identify new avenues for selling products we have in stock.
  8. Develop relationships with customers to create stickiness and loyalty to Keany Produce.
  9. Supply customers with timely responses regarding order/shipment status, product information, pricing, and company information.
  10. Solve customer problems by listening to customer’s concerns and providing practical solutions.
  11. Understand our competition and bring valuable insights back to the sales leadership team.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree, preferred. Individuals with less education but with prior Food Service Industry experience will also be considered.
  2. 2-5 years direct sales experience in the foodservice or produce industry preferred.
  3. Ability to speak to new people and have an engaging conversation.
  4. Strong presentation skills and ability to work independently in a flexible environment.
  5. Ability to influence clients and staff at all levels.
  6. Ability to travel to customers via car. This position provides a car allowance, will cover fuel, oil changes, and provide a company credit card for work-related expenses.
  7. Possess high energy and a team attitude.
  8. Ability to express yourself clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
Replenishment Specialist (Landover)

Replenishment Specialist (Landover)

Shift: 10am – 6pm

Summary: The Replenisher accurately replenishes pick locations with products and rotates inventory throughout the warehouse, putting an emphasis on accuracy and productivity.

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Replenish and restock various warehouse areas.
  • Works in a fast-paced environment.
  • Assists other departments with work activities when required.
  • Attends work regularly and on time as scheduled.
  • When exchanging product in the picking slot, remove the empty pallet and place it in a designated location based on the condition of the pallet
  • Operate Reach Truck in accordance with our safety policies
  • Report inventory discrepancies to inventory control specialist
  • Clean out any debris from picking slot during the replenishment process
  • Perform any warehouse duty that may be necessary that contributes to providing our customers with excellent service.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 – 2 years direct receiving and operating a forklift preferably in the produce industry
  • Warehouse receiving and storage processes and procedures
  • Knowledge of product types and the ability to make judgments on product quality
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, and have good organizational skills.
  • Able to drive a Reach Truck
  • Able to lift and load cases on to warehouse shelves properly and safely
  • Ability to read put-away reports and match with slot location and case product description
Lead Maintenance Technician (Richmond)

Lead Maintenance Technician (Richmond)

Shift: 8AM – 4:30PM (weekends, on call)

Job Summary:

The Lead Maintenance Technician will oversee and coordinate maintenance activities within our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and upkeep of facilities, equipment, and machinery. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to maintenance planning and execution. The LMT will work in close relation to the sites GM to ensure operational excellence and building compliance.

Essential Job Functions:

  1. Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
  2. Will perform preventative maintenance and cleaning on production equipment within the facility.
  3. Manage inventory on all tools and equipment essential to performing job duties (also see 12)
  4. Calibrate or adjust equipment to ensure quality production, using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors, or ring gauge.
  5. Knowledgeable in the procedures and safety measures of cold storage facilities.
  6. Equipment battery maintenance
  7. PIT Fleet Monitoring: ensuring our powered industrial trucks are in good working order by completing inspections and reporting any discrepancies via inspection sheet.
  8. Work rotating shifts and is expected to be available for on-call hours as scheduled.
  9. Completes additional duties as assigned by the Department Managers.
  10. Displays professional, respectful and polite behavior.
  11. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development among team members.
  12. Manage inventory levels of spare parts and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure cost-effective maintenance operations.

Additional Job Functions:

  1. Picks up supplies, equipment, and company product from various off-site locations for use at Keany Produce Company
  2. Work with outside vendors to facilitate the receipt and use of supplies and parts pertaining to company maintenance responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance Tech (Landover)

Equipment Maintenance Tech (Landover)

Job Purpose/Objective:

 

The objective of the Equipment Maintenance Technician is to minimize equipment downtime through simple preventative maintenance. EMT will be responsible for changing batteries and ensuring batteries are properly watered. The EMT works alongside a 3rd party equipment maintenance company and will assist with repairs as needed.

 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Performs maintenance service on electric pallet jacks and forklifts (primarily wheel & equipment cleaning)
  • Knowledgeable in the procedures and safety measures involved with batteries and heavy equipment
  • Equipment battery maintenance
  • Completes additional duties as assigned by the Lead Maintenance Technician

Additional Job Functions:

  • Picks up supplies, equipment, and company product from various off-site locations for use at Keany Produce Company
  • Work with outside vendors to facilitate the receipt and use of supplies and parts pertaining to company maintenance responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or General Equivalent
  • 2 years of experience in the field of maintenance or in a related area
  • Basic mechanical knowledge
  • Basic computer knowledge to include use of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficient in the use of hand and power tools
Tomato Receiver (Landover)

Tomato Receiver (Landover)

Shift: 6 am to completion

Shenny Tomato distributes the finest quality of fresh tomato shipments in the Mid-Atlantic region with a continued commitment to exceptional service for our customers and extraordinary support for our family of employees.

The Tomato Receiver is responsible for the safe operation of the forklifts and ensuring that produce being delivered to Shenny Tomato is received from its suppliers and stored in the proper manner within the warehouse areas.

  • To handle the forklift in a safe and consistent manner following the user guidelines and Shenny warehouse safety regulations and procedures.
  • To ensure proper warehouse storage of produce items so that inventory is managed in such a way that inventory is housed in the correct location and the oldest inventory is used first.
  • To ensure that products are stored safely and that a clean warehouse environment is maintained.
  • To input data for received items in the system to reflect current inventory levels.
  • To transfer inventory to other warehouse departments and properly dispose of damaged products.
  • Cleaning the warehouse area including sweeping and removal of any boxes

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 – 2 years direct receiving and operating a forklift and pallet jack preferably in the produce industry
  • Warehouse receiving and storage processes and procedures.
  • Knowledge of product types and the ability to make judgments on product quality.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, and have good organizational skills.
  • Able to drive a stand-up forklift truck
  • Able to lift and load cases on to warehouse shelves properly and safely
  • Ability to read put-away reports and match with slot location and case product description
Staff Accountant (Landover)

Job description:

 

This position assists in full cycle accounting for multiple operational divisions, from day-to-day accounting tasks up to and including month end close responsibilities and financial reporting. Position has the responsibility for maintaining general ledger accounts and assisting in preparing monthly financial statements. Position reports directly to the Controller and will work alongside the Asst. Controller and Sr. Accountant while having direct exposure to the CFO as part of the financial reporting process. Potentially responsible for up to two direct reports depending on level of experience.

 

Essential Job Functions:

 

  1. Assist in preparing month end financial statements for multiple operational divisions, including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flows. This preparation includes a monthly reporting package including KPI data, including detailed explanations for variances from budget. This position would play a key role in the development of the annual budget.
  2. Month end close responsibilities include journal entries, bank reconciliations, and analytical review against prior year and budget.
  3. Manages payment of vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; managing the scheduling and preparation of checks; resolving payables clerks questions on purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; ensuring credit is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments.
  4. Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling or managing reconciliation of monthly statements and related transactions
  5. Maintains historical records by filing documents including licenses and insurance information, as examples
  6. Disburses petty cash by recording entry; verifying documentation of uses and ensuring proper accounting in the accounting system
  7. Oversees reporting and payment of sales taxes
  8. Responsible for maintaining and reconciling intercompany transactions, including sale, lease, and purchase transactions.
  9. Updates job knowledge by participating in assigned educational opportunities and professional development.
  10. Performs other duties as assigned by the Controller and/or CFO.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field Highly Preferred; Special Exceptions will be considered
  • Up to 1 year of general accounting experience; Public Accounting Background Preferred
  • General understanding of Accounting Processes and Procedures, including a general understanding of GAAP and Financial Reporting
  • Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial files
  • Computer skills
  • Base level proficiency in Excel is required
  • General capability in utilization of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Team player mentality, a willingness to want to learn, advance and grow with the organization
  • Analytical and problem solving skills are desired
  • Strong organizational skills required
Accounts Payable Clerk (Landover)

Job description:

 

The Accounting Clerk’s primary functions are to complete daily cash & check posting that comes through driver deliveries as well perform daily, weekly and monthly functions within AP.

 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Process all invoices from routes and apply corresponding payments. Ensures completeness and correctness of paperwork, review/process returns and resolve discrepancies.
  • Scan and upload daily invoices to the system.
  • Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments.
  • Pays employees by receiving and verifying expense reports and requests for advances; preparing checks.
  • Maintains payable accounts by verifying and posting account transactions. Able to match invoices to purchase order and bill of lading.
  • Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions
  • Maintains historical records by filing documents and adhering/creating a new filing system.
  • Accomplishes accounting and organizational mission by completing related accounts receivable and electronic payment functions as needed and by working closely with the other A/R staff. Perform other A/R duties as needed or as requested by the Credit Manager or Controller.
  • Protects organization’s value by keeping all accounting and customer information/data safe and confidential.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 – 3 years of financial/accounting and administrative experience is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and accounting software.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and speed in preparing and entering financial information
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial files
  • Ability to meet daily, weekly and month-end deadlines
  • Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet, and word processing programs, and email at a highly proficient level
  • Analytical and problem solving skills
  • Oral and Written communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task
Bilingual Warehouse Supervisor (Landover)

Shift: Monday to Saturday 6am to completion

Job description:

 

Responsibilities include the management and coordination of the tomato processing and repacking operations including inventory, production, maintenance, and staffing, in support of company policies, goals and objectives.

 

Essential Job Functions:

  1. Management of the packing and processing schedules
  2. Management of the inventory of raw and finished product.
  3. Making sure that products are processed and packed on time and are of good quality
  4. Optimize the utilization of resources by implementation of an effective production organization.
  5. Ensure planned KPI’s of efficiency and performance are met or exceeded
  6. Supervising, training, and motivating a team of workers
  7. Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and development as required to achieve the objectives
  8. Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures.
  9. Monitoring product standards and implementing quality-control programs
  10. Coordinate with QA Manager to ensure that all food safety practices and procedures are followed.
  11. Coordinate with the maintenance department to maintain and repair all processing and production equipment to minimize loss of production time and improve productivity.
  12. Maintain individual skills to keep up to date on the latest production and production management concepts

 

Additional Job Functions:

  1. Reviewing the performance of subordinates
  2. Liaison with Blacklion Logistics, LLC. and Keany Produce Company.
  3. Assist with planning and implementing of processing and packing plant improvements and expansions.
  4. Additional duties as required to support the mission of Shenny Tomato Company

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  1. Experience:
  • 5 years of experience in processing and packing fresh produce, with a minimum of 2 years of management
  • Electric Pallet Jack and Stand Up Forklift experience required
  1. Knowledge:
  • The processing fresh fruits and vegetables, and equipment used in the process.
  • HACCP, GMP’s, sanitation, and Food Safety concepts.
  • USDA/FDA guidelines.
  • PC skills to include Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  1. Skills and Abilities:
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Proven track record in managing a processing and packaging facility preferably with multiple shifts.
  • Ability to communicate with employees at all levels,
  • To set priorities, to make decisive decisions, to demonstrate initiative and follow-through
  • To provide strong leadership,
  • To work in a fast paced, multi-task environment to meet deadlines and company need