Production Supervisor

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  • Victoria, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
If you are looking to join a dynamic and growing team, Islands West Produce has the right job for you! With a long history in Victoria, we pride ourselves on providing excellent client service and being passionate about our Islands West product offerings.As a member of the Production Line team: perform work in a team-based setting, operating various equipment and/or performing tasks that contribute to the production of high-quality produce. Work with minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
As a Supervisor: support the daily management of the production department. Supervises the department and staff and acts as the go-to person in the absence of the Production Manager/Assistant Manager. Responsibilities include management of all functions of quality control, sanitation, and stock rotation; as well as, planning, assigning, and leading the work of others.SCHEDULE AVAILABLE:
  • Days - 5 days - Flexible
  • Time - 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:Production Responsibilities
  • Produce high-quality fresh-cut fruits and vegetables for foodservice and retail markets, including operating dicers, cutters, slicers, and packaging equipment.
  • Complete and review daily production quality check sheets.
  • Monitor workflow within the department to ensure staff have the support they need and that questions or issues are addressed promptly.
  • Maintain quality and freshness standards for all produce handled within the department.
  • Assist the production management team with coordinating and scheduling the timely processing of products based on customer needs.
  • Follow direction from the Production Manager and keep them informed of department activities.
  • Perform additional tasks or operate equipment as directed by the Production Manager.
PM Shift Supervisory Duties & Responsibilities
  • Manage and process orders for am/pm trucks.
  • Maintain and verify par levels; perform recounts and record updates.
  • Manage ZPS orders, including organizing, adjusting, and adding to existing orders.
  • Organize ZPS stickers for grab‑and‑go, ferries, Vancouver, and pick-up orders.
  • Prepare and organize products for opening orders, ensuring all items are complete and ready for picking.
  • Manage staffing levels to meet production demands; approve and coordinate overtime when necessary.
  • Ensure proper product rotation is followed.
  • Maintain cooler organization, cleanliness, and food‑safety standards.
  • Ensure all processed items meet production quality requirements, including julienne date coverage.
  • Complete end‑of‑shift procedures: shutdown checklist, bleach ppm checks, knife counts, cleaning of sealers, and clearing spinner bags.
  • Assign work tasks to production line staff and ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Ensuring the production team is working with Admin tracker on data collection.
  • Ensuring Production team and QA team working together.
In Manager’s Absence
  • Submit work orders for equipment or facility repairs and maintenance.
  • Oversee assigned staff, provide direction, and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
  • Maintain adherence to quality, sanitation, and product rotation standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written (English).
  • Ability to supervise 5-20 staff.
  • Previous produce, kitchen and/or supervisor experience.
  • Ability to safely bend, twist and lift to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
  • Ability to walk and stand for the duration of scheduled shift.
  • Ability to learn and apply knife skills.
  • Ability to work in a refrigerated environment.
REQUIRED (will be provided by Islands West if needed):
  • Food Safe Level 1
  • Hepatitis A Vaccination
OUR COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:
  • Extended healthcare benefits eligibility
  • Employee discounts on products
  • Development opportunities

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