Seasonal Material Handlers

Looking to earn some extra money this fall?
Palmer Pecan Company is hiring seasonal help for our pecan cleaning and sorting facility in Fort Valley, GA. Work with a great team, learn about the pecan industry, and be part of getting Georgia pecans ready to ship around the world!

📅 Job Details

• Seasonal work: October through December/January
• Positions available:
  • 2 people on our inspection table (removing sticks & debris, monitoring quality)
  • 1 person handling super sacks (monitoring, resetting, labeling)
  • 1 forklift driver (must have experience)
• Hours: Flexible scheduling available (some overtime during peak weeks)
• Pay: Competitive seasonal wages + potential end-of-season bonus

👷 Who This Is Great For

• Veterans or retirees looking for part-time/seasonal work
• Students or locals wanting to make extra holiday money
• Anyone reliable, detail-oriented, and not afraid of hands-on work

🛠️ What You’ll Do

• Help with pecan cleaning & sorting
• Monitor belts and equipment for quality
• Assist with bagging pecans into large sacks
• Operate forklift (for forklift driver role)
• Clean up at the end of the day (expect dust and shells)

💪 Physical Requirements

• Comfortable standing, bending, and moving most of the shift
• Occasionally lift/move up to 70 lbs (especially in the bagging role)
• Work in a warehouse environment (loud, dusty, hot/cold depending on the day)

✅ Why Work With Us?

• Short-term commitment (perfect for seasonal/holiday cash)
• Flexible scheduling
• On-the-job training
• Team environment – we value hard work and community
• Bonus opportunities at the end of the season

📍 Location: Fort Valley, GA
🚗 Must have reliable transportation