Field Representative

J.D. Irving, Limited; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agriculture is seeking a results-driven individual for a role in Lethbridge. The ideal candidate will maintain relationships with suppliers, ensure potato quality, and assist in managing team responsibilities. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Agriculture and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
• CCA or Professional Agrologist certification preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk in potato fields and lift 50lb.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with grower suppliers.
• Visit grower fields and provide data on potato quality.
• Assist with supervision of raw receiving and potato grading staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Initiative

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture

Technical Diploma in Agriculture

Job description

Reporting to the Agriculture Manager, the successful incumbent will be a results-driven, self-starter who is always looking for opportunities for improvement, and can adapt to a fast paced, dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture or Technical Diploma in Agriculture.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience would be beneficial.
• Exposure to a food operating plant environment would be an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and build teams.
• A proven track record of being pro-active and taking initiative.
• CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) or Professional Agrologist certification; or demonstrated eligibility for certification.
• Ability to stand/walk in potato fields and potato storages.
• Ability to squat, bend, kneel, reach
• Occasional lifting up to 50lb/ 34kg
• Occasional carrying up to 50lb/34kg

Responsibilities

• You will join a team of raw product professionals dedicated to providing the best possible raw to our Lethbridge potato processing facility.
• Maintain and grow strong relationships with our grower suppliers.
• Visit grower fields and storages as necessary driving company crop knowledge.
• Work closely with the Agriculture Manager and Raw Product Supervisor to assess grower quality, potato requirements and organize potato deliveries.
• Participate in learning opportunities to enhance your potato extension skills, providing the best possible advice to our contract grower.
• Provide timely data on potato quality to Cavendish Farms Management team, be proficient with data management systems.
• Work closely with Production staff to determine their needs and balance with potato quality.
• Report food safety and quality issues to the Agriculture Manager and Raw Product Supervisor.
• Assist with the supervision 6 hourly raw receiving and potato grading staff.
• Strong commitment to Cavendish Farms Company Values.
• Health and Safety responsibilities
• Food Safety responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned