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Fraser Valley Packers Inc.Verified Job Source

farm supervisor

The supervisor is responsible for guiding crop development, managing harvesting, and ensuring farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. They also oversee the hiring and training of 16-20 staff members and maintain production records.

  • On-site
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • Posted Jun 29, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 26, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Outdoors Responsibilities Tasks Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions Harvest seedlings Tie and secure plants Weeding Provide agricultural crop services such as plowing, irrigating, cultivating, spraying or harvesting Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed Maintain quality control and production records Maintain work records and logs Hire and train staff Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Perform general farm duties Supervision 16-20 people Experience and specialization Type of crops Blueberries Equipment and machinery experience Harvesters Additional information Own tools/equipment Safety equipment/gear Steel-toed safety boots Gloves Personal suitability Team player Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Support for youths Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

What you’ll do

The supervisor is responsible for guiding crop development, managing harvesting, and ensuring farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. They also oversee the hiring and training of 16-20 staff members and maintain production records.

Requirements

Candidates must have 2 to 3 years of experience and be comfortable working outdoors. No formal degree or diploma is required, but experience with blueberry crops and harvesters is specified.

Other relevant skills

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  • Crop Management
  • Harvesting
  • Staff Training
  • Farm Machinery Operation
  • Quality Control
  • Bio-security Procedures
  • Plowing
  • Irrigating
  • Cultivating
  • Spraying
  • Weeding
  • Team Leadership

Job areas

  • Agriculture
  • Management & Leadership
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage

Additional details

Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Aug 26, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level