Job Description

Jealous Fruits is the northernmost large scale cherry producer in North America. We grow premium cherries along the shores of Okanagan Lake in the renowned Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada. Our cherries are all hand packed in our state-of-the-art facility, located right on our farm, and shipped to our customers worldwide.

Job Purpose

We are currently looking for a Crew Manager to join our team. Under the direction of the Farm Manager, the Crew Manager will organize work teams, monitor progress, and ensure quality compliance. Our ideal candidate is someone who is supportive, motivated self- starter, people-centered, and flexible to create a positive work environment.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage employees under his/her supervision (team leaders and farm workers) ensuring job tasks are successfully completed.
• Instruct, organize, and coordinate employees during harvest ensuring all guidelines of proper picking practices are being followed to ensure fruit quality.
• Ensure the employees are trained and follow the safe work procedures of the company.
• Collaborate with the Farm Manager to ensure day-to-day operations are successfully completed.
• Operate farm equipment when additional help is required.
• Implement strategies to ensure the camp residence remains tidy and all company rules and regulations are being followed.
• Ensure on-site equipment and appliances are properly maintained.
• Ensure all employees receive on the job training and adhere to company policies and food safety regulations.
• During the demands of harvest, you will be required to communicate progress to the Farm Manager, ensure fruit is picked in a timely manner, and the quality of picking meets company standards

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and have technical and practical competence to meet the daily demands of farming.
• Possess a sound knowledge of health and safety standards and a commitment to promoting safe farming practices.
• Ability to work long hours especially during the harvest months of July and August.
• Farming background and experience in planning and production will be considered an asset.
• Spanish speaking will be considered an asset.
• Class 5 driver's license.

Working conditions

Our working environment is challenging, yet very rewarding over a short period of time. Applicants should be aware that this is a farming environment and days off may be limited during our growing and packing season. Overtime provisions do not apply for Agricultural work

• Work hours are not calendar based, but are dependent on crop maturity and weather
• Candidates must be willing to work in all weather conditions

Other Details

Job Type: Full-time

Contract Length: TBD - expected February to October

Expected Start Date: TBD

Hourly Wage: Commensurate with experience

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.