Fresh Production and Export Shift Supervisor

Silver Valley Farms Ltd.; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-volume farm and fresh fruit packing facility is seeking seasonal Fresh Production Shift Supervisors in Maple Ridge, Canada. The ideal candidates will have a background in agriculture and supervisory experience in the soft fruit export industry. Responsibilities include hiring and training staff, ensuring production quality, and managing workflows. Positions require strong leadership and communication skills, with a wage range of $21 to $23 per hour based on experience. Availability for varied shifts is necessary.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years supervisory/production experience in soft fruit for export industry.
• Experience in quality assurance, production and post-harvest processing of fresh fruit.
• Good verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise fresh product production workers.
• Assist in developing schedules and implementing safety procedures.
• Make production decisions based on management directions.
• Maintain workflow and production by monitoring process areas.
• Communicate with maintenance and quality control departments.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in agriculture

Job description

Position Summary

Silver Valley Farms Ltd. is a fast paced, high-volume farm and fresh fruit packing facility in Maple Ridge. We are currently seeking seasonal Fresh Production Shift Supervisors. An ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable and responsible.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, co‑ordinate and supervise fresh product production workers
• Assist in the development of schedules and implementation of farm safety and quality procedures
• Make production and scheduling decisions based on management directions and using knowledge of fruit quality, post‑harvest results and production goals.
• Maintain workflow and production by monitoring all process areas and maintain production records
• Maintain communication between all the fresh blueberries process areas for timely production based on export targets
• Work and communicate with maintenance department to achieve timely production of product and quality control department to ensure quality of product fruit packed meets the industry and customer standards
• Perform other production duties when required

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary degree, diploma or certificate in an agriculture related field.
• 2–4 years supervisory/production experience in soft fruit for export industry.
• Experience in and proven understanding of quality assurance, production and post‑harvest processing of fresh fruit for export.
• Excellent problem solving, leadership and communication skills.
• Good verbal and written communication (English). Spanish spoken not required, but an asset.
• Valid driver's license not required, but an asset.

Others

• Seasonal position. 4 months’ work depending on product availability.
• Availability to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends as required.
• Estimated start date: June 1st, 2025.
• Wage: $21 ? $23 hourly based on experience and qualifications.
• Positions available: 2