Packing Shed Coordinator

McCain Foods; Summerside; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agriculture company located in Summerside is seeking a Packing Shed Coordinator to oversee daily operations and ensure efficient packing of fresh potatoes. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and leadership skills and is familiar with safety standards in the industry. This role involves hands-on supervision and collaboration with teams to guarantee quality and timely order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the growing and/or packing of fresh potatoes or agriculture is an asset.
• Must have a safety-first culture.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise daily operations within the packing shed.
• Support Packing Shed Supervisor to drive operational efficiency.
• Manage shipping and receiving activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Position Title: Packing Shed Coordinator

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Summerside

Grade

Requisition ID: 37874

The Packing Shed Coordinator is responsible for organizing and supervising daily operations within the packing shed. This role ensures efficient, safe, and accurate packing and shipment of fresh potatoes, strict adherence to food safety and quality standards, and effective communication between teams. The coordinator works closely with supervisors, staff, and logistics teams, balancing hands-on and administrative responsibilities.

Support Packing Shed Supervisor To

• Drive operational efficiency and productivity within the packing facility, ensuring all processes consistently meet or exceed customer requirements and quality standards.
• Support supervisors in managing hourly employees, including monitoring performance and attendance, directing daily work assignments, and providing training for new hires and cross-functional tasks.
• Actively participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) and collaborate with the Health & Safety Lead to ensure comprehensive staff training and adherence to all company safety initiatives and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with the sales teams to optimize production schedules and guarantee timely, accurate order fulfillment and on-time shipping.
• Oversee and execute weekly inventory counts of packaging materials, pallets, and other relevant supplies, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely replenishment.
• Supervise quality control inspections, promptly addressing any deviations by implementing corrective actions to maintain product integrity.
• Direct and monitor the adjustment and operation of equipment, such as sizers, washers, and scales, to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Manage all shipping and receiving activities, verifying that all outgoing shipments are accurately identified, labeled, and documented according to company and customer specifications.
• Oversee daily and preventative cleaning and maintenance programs for all facility equipment, ensuring reliability and compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate the filling and monitoring of potato storage facilities, maintaining optimal storage conditions and accurate inventory records.
• Organize and manage the daily procurement and movement of raw materials from grower storage to the packing shed, ensuring a continuous supply to fulfill customer orders efficiently.
  
  

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• Experience in the growing and or packing of fresh potatoes or a background in agriculture would be an asset.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Computer skills required (Microsoft Office). Ability to use basic technology (databases, spreadsheets, inventory management systems).
• Must work with a sense of urgency and be comfortable in an ever-changing fast paced environment.
• Must have a safety-first culture to complement and help drive our safety program.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills required.
  
  

Other Information

• Flexibility to work past normal work hours due to production & shipping times. (Some weekend work will be required.)
  
  

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Job Family: Agriculture

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Location(s): CA - Canada : Prince Edward Island : Summerside