Job Description

From our humble beginning in 1917 to being one of the largest privately owned, value-added protein providers in Canada, our commitment to supplying high-quality products has been the core of our success. With a portfolio that includes a full line of poultry, beef, and pork products, we service a long list of customers in both retail and food service from our Waterloo, ON and Langley, BC facilities.



We are seeking a motivated and solution-oriented Skilled Lead Hand to support our Langley, BC facility and lead the production team in achieving operational excellence through effective leadership, production organization and execution.



To be successful in this role, you will bring strong technical knowledge of production operations, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and the ability to plan and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.

General:

Reporting to Poultry Supervisor, the Skilled Lead Hand is responsible for the efficient operation of the processing lines, ensuring maximum efficiency and yields. In addition, the Skilled Lead Hand must ensure compliance with all company and customer standards and is responsible for following established food safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities:

Ensure proper set up of equipment, availability of supplies and meet planned production schedules, yields and customer specifications. Adhere to food safety and HACCP procedures. Ensure accurate production and QA records such as HACCP's and SOP's. Perform required checks on equipment, ingredients, packaging and processing procedures. Organize, allocate and monitor available manpower, ensure fair rotation of positions and adherence to job procedures. Provide regular feedback to employees and Supervisor regarding staff performance. Provide open communications and clear expectations to staff, immediate action on disciplinary issues and report all problems to the supervisor. Provide training for new workers in processing, product quality, procedures, safety and hygiene. Scan and label feeding material and finished product per DEACOM procedure. Maintain accurate production records. Maximize efficiencies where possible, minimize down time by efficient change-over, repairing minor breakdowns and reporting mechanical problems promptly. Prepare a workable rotation schedule when necessary. Delegate duties to staff in alignment with production requirements. Maximize staff efficiencies where the line is down. Participate in cost improvement, quality improvement and interpersonal relations' suggestions. Always ensure acceptable housekeeping of area and work closely with Utility person. Maintain current forklift/ hand truck certificate and follow safe driving procedures. Other duties as directed by Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Previous experience of manufacturing or food/meat production is preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and organizational leadership skills. Experience with food safety and HACCP principles. Must be able to handle heavy lifting of up to 30kg boxes and stand for extended periods. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills for troubleshooting, ability to work accurately and reliably. Good communication and interpersonal skills to create a team. Ability to work well under pressure and with little supervision. Responsible for maintaining a hand truck and forklift license.

Working Conditions:

Work in cold or wet plant conditions Must be able to work flexible hours Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay Rate:

$25.35-$27.35 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care

Schedule:

8-hour shift Morning or afternoon Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

LANGLEY, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

JD Sweid Foods is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Accommodation is available for persons with disabilities during all stages of the employment process. JD Sweid Foods is an equal opportunity employer. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.