Frozen Production Shift Supervisor

Silver Valley Farms Ltd. is a fast-paced, high-volume farm and fruit packing facility in Maple Ridge. We are currently seeking a full-time Frozen Production Shift Supervisor. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, and responsible.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety rules, procedures, and work practices. Report all safety incidents.
• Complies with good manufacturing practices.
• Keeps work areas and equipment clean and in order. Assist with the cleaning and sanitation of production areas and/or equipment.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of equipment and resources; maintaining compliance with safety, food safety, and food quality procedures.
• Completes production plan; monitoring progress; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow.
• Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing equipment; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within the process. Partners with maintenance personnel and contractors to solve and analyze breakdowns.
• Sets up line for startup and sanitation. Sets line speed to achieve production targets.
• Eliminates sources of spills through continuous improvement activities.
• Partners with the Quality Assurance team to monitor semi-finished product temperatures and record freezer temperatures, monitor chlorine levels, and ensure quick sanitations during breaks and meals.
• Partners with the Quality Assurance team to detect and eliminate foreign matter.
• Initiates and fosters a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Ensures operation of equipment by evaluating freezing capacity with the power engineer on shift, calling for repairs, evaluating new equipment, and techniques.
• CCP monitoring and responsible for corrective actions as required.
• Keeps track of employee attendance and performance. Recommends staffing actions such as hiring or duties adjustments.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Production Manager.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in a related field.
• 1-2 years supervisory/production experience in the soft fruit industry or food processing industry.
• Experience in and proven understanding of food safety and quality assurance.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Good verbal and written communication (English).
• Own transportation.

Others:

• Full-time – 2-year duration.
• Estimated start date: May 1, 2025.
• Wage: $20 - $23 hourly based on experience and qualifications.
• Positions available: 1.