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Bin Repair Laborer

Ocean Spray · Tomah, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This job includes snow removal in Tomah winters. How do you feel about outdoor work in the cold?

What they are checking: Whether they have realistic expectations about outdoor duties that continue year-round, including winter snow removal.

Tell me about a job where you worked overtime when it was needed.

What they are checking: Flexibility for overtime, which the posting says may be required.

Why is showing up on time every day so important in a job like this?

What they are checking: Understanding that the team and harvest schedule depend on reliable attendance.

What would you do

How would you decide whether a wooden cranberry bin can be repaired or needs to be scrapped?

What they are checking: Judgment about wood condition and safety, so damaged bins don't fail when full.

You notice a piece of equipment isn't working right during harvest. What do you do?

What they are checking: Reporting equipment problems quickly to the supervisor or lead worker.

How would you help with harvest setup and end-of-year cleanup?

What they are checking: Willingness to support receiving station operations beyond bin repair.

About the work

Which of these tools have you used, like a pneumatic stapler, nail gun, pry bar or Sawzall? How do you use them safely?

What they are checking: Safe, hands-on tool experience, which the posting lists by name for repairing bins.

Do you have forklift experience? Tell me about loading and unloading trucks.

What they are checking: Forklift skill, since the job includes staging bins and handling trucks.

How do you keep accurate logs of inbound and outbound shipments?

What they are checking: Careful record keeping, which the posting lists as a requirement.

How do you keep your work area safe and organized when you're surrounded by wood, nails and tools?

What they are checking: Housekeeping habits that prevent injuries in a repair yard.

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The full job description

As published by Ocean Spray.

• Responsible for the restoration of wooden cranberry crates by removing defective wood and replacing with new wood components. • Responsible for the safe operation of tools used for the repair of bins; these include a pneumatic stapler, nail gun, hammer, pry bar, chisel, cutters and Sawzall. • Accountable to maintain a clean, safe and organized work area. • Advises the Supervisor or Lead Worker of any operational problems, equipment failure, or safety and quality issues. • Stages cranberry bin bottoms and sides for stacking and/or repair. • Required to attend work on a timely and consistent basis. • Ability to work overtime as required. • Perform forklift operations such as: staging cranberry bins inside/outside the yard, load and unload bins from trucks, and transport bin sides and bottoms into the plant for repair. • Support Receiving Station’s harvest operations by: assisting with harvest set-up, monitoring operational efficiency of assigned harvest equipment, and supporting routine maintenance, sanitation/end of year harvest cleanup. • Removes snow physically where needed and by means of large equipment on sidewalks and driving surfaces. • Assist with loading truck to dispose of waste produced by the Process and Receiving operations. • Ability to maintain accurate logs of inbound and outbound shipments. Who We Are: You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values: • G rower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future. • Sustainable R esults – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners. • I ntegrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other • Inclusive T eamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. .

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