Packaging Operator / Line Lead

Bradford, ON

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday, 10-hour shift, between the hours of 6:30am – 5:30pm*

*During busy season, occasional Saturday work may be required.

 

WHO WE ARE

We are a family owned/operated and based in beautiful Bradford Ontario, just 10 minutes from the downtown core. We 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.

 

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Packing Line Lead is responsible for ensuring root vegetables are packed correctly and made ready for distribution. They help manage a team of staff involved in various packaging and warehousing processes, including organizing customer orders, the flow of incoming product, washing, grading, packing, palletizing, and the flow of outgoing product.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure equipment is working efficiently and adjust and calibrate automated grading equipment as well as make appropriate changes to labels and date codes.
  • Coordinate the flow of goods at each stage of packing – beginning, work in progress, and finished goods.
  • Responsible for documentation of traceability and production records.
  • Inspect packaged product for proper weight.
  • Verify proper packaging materials and ensure proper product is being placed within the packaging.
  • Ensure the appropriate documentation of machine malfunctions. Implement Lockout/Tagout as required.
  • Assist with leading, coaching, mentoring, and training team members.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • 1+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Previous supervisory/team lead experience.
  • Previous experience in manufacturing, processing, and/or packing capacity is an asset.
  • Trade qualification/education in a relevant field such as electrical or mechanical engineering is an asset.
  • Forklift license is an asset.
  • Strong people management and leadership skills.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a mechanical aptitude.
  • Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule (including some Saturdays) depending on production needs.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive pay starting at $24.00 per hour
  • Weekly pay
  • Performance based bonus pay
  • Extended health, dental, and vision.
  • Life & disability insurance
  • Employee assistance plan
  • Paid personal and parental leave days
  • Paid bereavement leave days
  • Company funded uniform and safety boot program
  • Extensive training program and support for further work-related education ·
  • Company events
  • And free veggies!

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an equal opportunity employee and are dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates. If accommodation is needed in the application process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

 

 

 

Gwillimdale Farms

Gwillimdale Farms

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