Central - Production Plant Coordinator

Job summary

The coordinator supports daily operations in the central kitchen and warehouse by managing administrative tasks, food safety audits, and employee training. They act as a primary point of contact for staff and management to ensure operational procedures and safety standards are consistently met.

Job details

Company Description If you’re looking for more, you’ve come to the right place. From the moment we opened our doors in 1981, we knew we wanted to be different. The people who work here are special, and that’s what makes us special. Our team members uphold the standards we set long ago by making the exceptional everyday, building relationships with our customers and with each other, and finding a place where their potential meets opportunity. Job Description Be part of what makes us different. You’ll support the daily operations of our Central Kitchen, Meat, and Warehouse teams through administrative coordination, employee training, food safety, and health and safety initiatives. As a key point of contact for employees and leadership, you’ll help ensure procedures are followed, new team members are supported, and operational issues are addressed in a timely manner. Here are some of the other ways you’ll help us stand out: Provide administrative support to the Central Kitchen, Meat, and Warehouse teams, including: data entry and maintaining accurate labour, food costing, packaging, and traceability information. Coordinate customer complaints and retail claims by investigating concerns, reviewing corrective actions with Managers, and ensuring complete and timely responses to PNCLs. Support food safety initiatives by conducting spot checks and audits, identifying non-compliance, coordinating corrective actions, and following up on implementation. Communicate sanitation related feedback between Production and Food Safety to support consistent practices. Deliver food safety refresher training and support the rollout of new initiatives, ensuring employees understand and follow established procedures. Coordinate new hire onboarding and hands-on training, including: Start Fresh initiatives, workstation activities, and key safety considerations. Act as the primary contact for new employees during their first two weeks, providing ongoing support and feedback to Managers on employee progress and assessments. Support temporary employee onboarding and training, providing feedback to Managers and staffing agencies on progress and performance. Support Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings across departments, following up on outstanding risks and action items to help maintain a safe work environment. Provide regular updates to Department and Production Managers on progress, outstanding concerns, and opportunities for improvement across key areas. Contribute to overall team success by taking on additional related responsibilities as needed. Qualifications What you bring to the table. We provide the opportunity, and you bring the potential. A genuine passion for delivering engaging and exceptional customer service. Typically requires post-secondary education in Business Administration, plus a minimum of 2 years of production or warehouse experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail. Effective time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and proactively resolve issues. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a collaborative team environment. Familiarity with warehouse operations and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and service. Experience in the food industry or a production environment is considered an asset. Comfortable working in a hands-on setting that involves multiple deadlines, extended periods of standing, heavy lifting, repetitive movement or tasks, frequent use of protective equipment or clothing, and work that is frequently performed in colder environments. Fluency in English; French language skills considered an asset. What we bring to the table. At Farm Boy, we believe in supporting our Team Members throughout their careers. Whether, it’s at our Home Office or our stores, we’re proud to stand out in the market as a workplace that offers: Comprehensive benefit program and coverage that varies by position. Coverage may include healthcare, dental care, disability coverage, life insurance and registered retirement savings program. A 10% discount on in-store purchases. On-the-job training and the prioritization of internal promotions to help you grow and embrace new opportunities. The opportunity to support local neighbourhoods through our community programs. Additional Information Grow a career with us. Farm Boy takes pride in growing a team that represents the best in the business. Join us for the career you’re craving! We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply—including those with non-traditional career paths. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available upon request for employees and applicants who may require them. We do not use AI to assist in the recruitment process and this job posting is for an existing vacancy. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. Availability: Open Location: Central Facility - Ottawa Compensation: from CAD 50000 - yearly

What you’ll do

The coordinator supports daily operations in the central kitchen and warehouse by managing administrative tasks, food safety audits, and employee training. They act as a primary point of contact for staff and management to ensure operational procedures and safety standards are consistently met.

Requirements

Candidates should have post-secondary education in Business Administration and at least two years of experience in a production or warehouse environment. Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, and effective communication abilities are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental care
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Registered retirement savings program
• In-store discount

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Warehouse operations · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Administrative coordination
• Data entry
• Food safety
• Inventory management
• Employee training
• Customer service
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Warehouse operations
• Health and safety
• Audit compliance
• Problem solving
• Administrative Support
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Dental Care
• Warehouse Operations
• Employee Training
• Auditing
• Business Administration
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Computer Literacy
• Data Entry
• Development Environment
• English Language
• Packaging And Labeling
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• French Language
• Warehousing
• Leadership
• On-The-Job Training
• Employee Onboarding
• Operations
• Sanitation
• Time Management
• Coordinating
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Logistics
• Administrative
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Production Planning Coordinator
• Production Planner
• Process Control Technicians Not Elsewhere Classified
• Logisticians

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