Nature Fresh Farms is a Leamington-based greenhouse company with facilities in Leamington, ON and Delta, OH as well as Laredo, TX. Our company and its innovative, dynamic team are expanding every day, growing new plant varieties, and introducing cutting-edge ideas and practices to the fresh produce industry. However, at Nature Fresh, we don’t just grow plants – we also grow people. Our team is passionate about bringing the highest quality products to consumers, but it is also committed to creating an inspiring, diverse, and team-oriented workplace environment that everyone can enjoy. Nature Fresh Farms is a recognized leader within the greenhouse farming industry – join our team and help us continue to grow!

We are currently looking to fill a permanent, full-time positionfor a Line Lead for our Farms Production Department at our Leamington, ON location.

The Line Lead works closely with the Warehouse Production Supervisor coordinating and ensuring the proper running of the packing lines including delegating work to the packing team to meet packing targets and customer commitments within the specified quality and food safety standards.

Job Specific Duties

• Delegate work to 10-20 employees on the packing lines including training, organizing, and delegating employees to meet the required performance levels.
• Review daily production orders and ensuring packs are completed according to pack instructions and customer specifications.
• Overseeing the packing lines to ensure they are running efficiently; quickly troubleshooting issues to keep the lines moving.
• Ensuring the lines are ready before commencing each order
• Ensuring the lines are properly cleaned after the completion of each order.
• Ensuring workers are properly trained on all Nature Fresh procedures including workplace health and safety procedures, and that workers work safely at all times and use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or other safety equipment.
• Registering Priva activities for the specific jobs for packers utilizing computers available at each line.
• Monitor line productivity against set targets and update the team’s output on whiteboards every hour.
• Cover any Line Lead absences when needed.
• Ensuring work areas are kept clean and safe at all times.
• Overseeing the inventory of packaging materials and re-ordering as required.
• Accurately completing all related documentation and paperwork as required by management.
• Reporting operational issues or delays to the Warehouse Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Reporting employee relations issues to the Warehouse Supervisor so that the Warehouse Supervisor can handle them in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Must comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.
• This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.

Qualifications

• Good performance in your previous role is essential.
• Previous experience as a Line Lead is an asset.
• Patient, respectful, and able to direct employees effectively.
• Organization and attention to detail are necessary.
• Good communication skills – both verbal and written are required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure or tight constantly changing deadlines.
• Must be available to work Monday-Saturday – hours will fluctuate according to the needs of the business.
• Must be available to work from Monday-Saturday – hours will fluctuate according to the needs of the business.
• Spanish is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Working in cool and warm environments.
• Walking, sitting, and standing throughout the day.
• Time spent in production area and office setting.
• Team-oriented environment with some independent work.
• Working with a wide array of people and cultures in a team setting.
• Line Leads are expected to work Monday-Saturday, with occasional Sundays as required. Hours may fluctuate according to business needs. May be required to work after hours as needed.

Physical Requirements

• This is an active role, time will be spent in the office and walking within the Warehouse or other phases as required.
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Salary

• Based on experience

Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.