Shift Manager

Socket.dev; New Annan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Farms is seeking a Shift Manager to lead production teams on PEI, ensuring high-quality outputs and adherence to safety and quality standards. You will coordinate unionized staff, oversee training, and drive continuous improvement across the line.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on efficiency, yields, and collaboration with management to meet targets.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary Education is required.
• 1 year or more of production experience in a food processing industry.
• 1 year or more of related supervisory experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Experience in a potato manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize equipment, supplies, and personnel to maximize productivity.
• Meet production output targets including yields and volume.
• Identify productivity improvements.
• Provide guidance and supervision to employees to ensure that standard operating procedures are understood and followed.
• Document and maintain accurate records with respect to employee performance, product quality, daily reconciliation, health and safety, and attendance.
• Develop, lead, and coach employees through effective training and recognition.
• Foster and maintain a positive labor relations environment by ensuring that all employees are treated with respect, and employee concerns are managed in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
• Ensure compliance to Government regulations and Company specifications for HACCP, Sanitation, and Safety.
• Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Food Safety responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Conflict management

Team building

Proactive initiative

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Post Secondary Education

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Shift Manager is responsible for inspiring and motivating employees to consistently produce and package high-quality products in a timely, cost-effective manner. Ensure all outputs meet or exceed customer expectations for quality, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and operational efficiency, reports directly to Senior Shift Manager on shift as well as the Production Manager and will directly supervise unionized employees.

Responsibilities

• Utilize equipment, supplies, and personnel to maximize productivity.
• Meet production output targets including yields and volume.
• Identify productivity improvements.
• Provide guidance and supervision to employees to ensure that standard operating procedures are understood and followed.
• Document and maintain accurate records with respect to employee performance, product quality, daily reconciliation, health and safety, and attendance.
• Develop, lead, and coach employees through effective training and recognition.
• Foster and maintain a positive labor relations environment by ensuring that all employees are treated with respect, and employee concerns are managed in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
• Ensure compliance to Government regulations and Company specifications for HACCP, Sanitation, and Safety.
• Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Food Safety responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary Education
• 1 year or more of production experience in a food processing industry.
• 1 year or more of related supervisory experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Experience in a potato manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and build teams.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Be proactive and take initiative
• Flexibility to cover overtime shifts.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMPs, SQF, etc.)
• Knowledge of JD Edwards system.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.