Job Title:

Frozen Production Shift Supervisor

Company:	Silver Valley Farms
Location:	Maple Ridge , BC

Silver Valley Farms Ltd. is a fast paced, high-volume farm and fruit packing facility in Maple Ridge. We are currently seeking for a full time Frozen Production Shift Supervisor. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable and responsible.

Responsibilities

Complies with all safety rules, procedures, and work practices. Report all safety incidents.
Complies with good manufacturing practices.
Keeps work areas and equipment clean and in order. Assist with the cleaning and sanitation of production areas and/or equipment.
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with safety, food safety and food quality procedures.
Completes production plan; monitoring progress; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow.
Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing equipment; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process. Partners with maintenance personnel and contractors to solve and analyze breakdowns.
Sets up line for startup and sanitation. Sets line speed to achieve production targets.
Eliminates sources of spills through continuous improvement activities.
Partner with Quality Assurance team to monitor semi-finished product temperatures and record freezer temperatures, monitor chlorine levels and ensure quick sanitations during breaks and meals.
Partner with Quality Assurance team to detect and eliminate foreign matter.
Initiates and fosters a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
Ensures operation of equipment by evaluating freezing capacity with power engineer on shift, calling for repairs, evaluating new equipment and techniques.
CCP monitoring and responsible for corrective actions as required.
Keep track of employee attendance and performance. Recommends staffing actions such as hiring or duties adjustments.
Any other tasks assigned by Production Manager.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in a related field.
1- 2 years supervisory/production experience in soft fruit industry or food processing industry
Experience in and proven understanding of food safety and quality assurance
Excellent problem solving, leadership and communication skills.
Good verbal and written communication (English).
Own transportation.

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