Job Description

Neptune Fresh Produce Inc.

Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry

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At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.


We are seeking individuals:


Who are customer centric Who are able to deliver on their commitments Who value individual excellence and collective performance Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. was founded in 1993 to provide Foodservice Customers with a fresh alternative. An outstanding supply network, efficient distribution, and our thoroughly modern processing plant are all part of our commitment to provide the freshest fruits and vegetables possible.


Fresh Start Foods is currently hiring a full time

Production Lead

who is eager to work in a fast paced team oriented work environment in our

Richmond

,

BC

location. The Production Lead coordinates and assists in the supervision activities for the production functions.

Position:

Permanent, Full-Time

Schedule:

Sunday to Friday (Days off will be Saturday and one weekday)

Shift:

3:30pm to 12:00am

Salary:

$22.00/hour

Duties and

Responsibilities:

Collaborates with the supervisor to assist in coordinating the daily activities of the production lines. Monitors the receiving, selection, and/or loading of warehouse products to ensure the efficient flow of products in the warehouse. Monitors and prioritizes order fulfillment and monitors staff break times. Assists in investigating variances. Assists in the department's administration function and record keeping, including weekly action incentive input and scoring, preparing meetings, and analyzing error ratios. Provides training for employees on job technique and/or safety requirements. Serve in the function of employee or supervisor as appropriate. Assists in resolving production issues, problems, or conflicts. A production lead is to follow and maintain all Quality Assurance, HACCP, SQF requirements, and Occupational Health & Safety regulations and ensure all employees under their department follow all the regulations. Perform any other duties as required.

Required Skills and

Qualifications

:

High school or equivalent. 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience would be a strong asset. Must have experience working in food manufacturing. Excellent attention to detail and strong motivation toward company, team, and individual results. Ability to work effectively with others and build and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationships. Must have good written, verbal, organizational, and communication skills and problem-solving capabilities. Must have good time management and organizational skills. Must have the ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently or within a team environment. Knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, presentation, email, and internet software applications.

Fresh Start Foods offers a range of benefits, including:

Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage) Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Employee Family Assistance Program Opportunities for career advancement Employee Recognition Programs Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs) Training opportunities Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program Full-time hours A team-oriented work environment We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.


If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to:


For Jobs in British Columbia


careers@freshstartfoods.com


For Jobs in Ontario


fsferecruitment@freshstartfoods.com


Use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.