WHO WE ARE

Gwillimdale Farms is family owned/operated and based in beautiful Bradford Ontario, just 10 minutes from the downtown core. We here at Gwillimdale Farms do more than just grow vegetables, we are growing our business. We supply our produce both locally and abroad, working in tandem with food manufacturers, retailers, food service providers, and wholesale distributors. We believe our biggest asset is our team. We are always striving to build a better team and better work environment through continuing efforts in the areas of safety, education, and personal development.

Learn more about Gwillimdale Farms:

https://gwillimdalefarms.com/

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https://gwillimdalefarms.com/about/#values

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

The Production Supervisor will supervise daily operations of the plant from production, packing, and shipping while maximizing stewardship, safety, quality, and productivity to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. This role contributes to the continuous improvement and optimization of our packaging lines to ensure optimal operation levels. The Production Supervisor will typically spend half of their day assisting production and the other half on administrative duties, including food safety traceability, production record keeping, etc.

This role reports directly to the Production Manager.

We are looking for someone who is flexible to help fill in the gaps in our supervisory team. Starting hours will be Monday to Friday 6:00 am to 2:00 pm; however, you may be expected to work additional hours as required by production needs. In the event of the need for Saturday work, sufficient notice will be provided.

The shift hours may change as this role will help with absence coverages and production needs.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a healthy work environment, that maintains high food safety standards.
• Ensure line operations are running within the health and safety standards set forth by the company.
• Supervise and direct the daily work in the plant.
• Support the production team in ensuring that the daily production requirements are met.
• Responsible for the training and onboarding of new hires.
• Responsible for leading, coaching, mentoring, and training team members.
• Ensure all equipment is operating properly and take appropriate action to correct any issues that may arise.
• Maintain productivity that meets/exceeds standards.
• Strive to create a high-quality product that consistently meets product specifications.
• Contribute to the whole facility in a positive way through continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ensure appropriate documentation of machine malfunctions. Implement Lockout/Tagout as required.
• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products are to standards.
• Ensure the appropriate documentation of machine malfunctions. Implement Lockout/Tagout as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Strong technical aptitude.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a similar role.
• Manufacturing experience an asset.
• Strong supervisory and teamwork skills.
• Food industry experience an asset.
• Knowledge on safety, quality, productivity, and inventory is an asset.
• Ability to create accountability and lead by example.
• Able to perform all tasks within the department including lifting and/or shoveling.
• Able to stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Punctual, reliable, and responsible.
• Works well in a team environment and supports fellow team members.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Comfortable working at heights and in tight spaces.
• Ability to lift to 50lbs.
• Comfortable kneeling, bending, reaching, twisting, walking, stair climbing, and/or standing for long periods.
• Personal protective equipment required in plant (e.g., steel toe safety footwear, hair net/beard net).

WHAT WE OFFER

• Starting at $27.00 per hour depending on experience
• Weekly pay
• Performance based bonus pay
• Comprehensive company paid employee group benefits plan
• Paid personal leave days
• Paid bereavement leave days
• Paid parental leave days
• Company funded uniform and safety boot program
• Extensive training program and support for further work-related education
• Free onsite parking
• Company events
• And free veggies!

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts; however, you may be expected to work additional hours as required by production needs. *During busy season, occasional Saturday work may be required. In the event of the need for Saturday work, sufficient notice will be provided.

We currently require coverage for our 6:00 am to 2:00 pm shift. The shift hours will be subject to vary as this role will help with absence coverages and production needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Gwillimdale Farms we seek diversity. Differing perspectives lead to challenging the expected, which keeps new ideas growing. We’re an equal employment opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates from all backgrounds, race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by provincial law.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $27.00 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
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

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