About the role
Production Line Team: Work in a team-based setting, operating various equipment and/or performing tasks that contribute to the production of high-quality produce. Ensuring production targets are met in a timely fashion while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with a team to manufacture high-quality fresh fruit & vegetable items for the food service and retail markets.
- Learn to use dicers, cutters, slicers, shredders, and packaging equipment.
- Help ensure that the quality and freshness of produce are always maintained throughout the department.
- Employee must follow company policy regarding the production of food items and the proper use of equipment. Including:
- Preparation of all production products, including processing mixes, cut sizes and equipment needed.
- Clean and sanitize production areas between product switchovers and at shift end.
- Equipment safety.
- Critical Control Points of bleach and sulphites.
- Must understand and work within all HACCP policies and procedures.
- Operate or perform other duties as directed by the Production Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor.
SCHEDULE
- Flexible but will include weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS:
(Minimum acceptable qualifications, experience & personal qualities required by the job holder)
- Ability to safely bend, twist and lift to 50 lbs.
- Ability to walk and stand for the duration of the 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
About ISLANDS WEST PRODUCE
Islands West is a locally owned and operated wholesale produce distribution company who are currently the leader in produce distribution in the Vancouver Island Region. Islands West is based in Victoria B.C. and supplies fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables to many of Vancouver Island’s finest restaurants, grocery stores, institutions, schools, hospitals, and many other food service facilities. We also deliver to a number of customers on the mainland. Islands West has been in operation for over 25 years and we pride ourselves in both customer service and quality with satisfaction guaranteed. If you are looking to join a dynamic and growing team, Islands West has the right job for you!
About the role
Production Line Team: Work in a team-based setting, operating various equipment and/or performing tasks that contribute to the production of high-quality produce. Ensuring production targets are met in a timely fashion while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with a team to manufacture high-quality fresh fruit & vegetable items for the food service and retail markets.
- Learn to use dicers, cutters, slicers, shredders, and packaging equipment.
- Help ensure that the quality and freshness of produce are always maintained throughout the department.
- Employee must follow company policy regarding the production of food items and the proper use of equipment. Including:
- Preparation of all production products, including processing mixes, cut sizes and equipment needed.
- Clean and sanitize production areas between product switchovers and at shift end.
- Equipment safety.
- Critical Control Points of bleach and sulphites.
- Must understand and work within all HACCP policies and procedures.
- Operate or perform other duties as directed by the Production Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor.
SCHEDULE
- Flexible but will include weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS:
(Minimum acceptable qualifications, experience & personal qualities required by the job holder)
- Ability to safely bend, twist and lift to 50 lbs.
- Ability to walk and stand for the duration of the 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
About ISLANDS WEST PRODUCE
Islands West is a locally owned and operated wholesale produce distribution company who are currently the leader in produce distribution in the Vancouver Island Region. Islands West is based in Victoria B.C. and supplies fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables to many of Vancouver Island’s finest restaurants, grocery stores, institutions, schools, hospitals, and many other food service facilities. We also deliver to a number of customers on the mainland. Islands West has been in operation for over 25 years and we pride ourselves in both customer service and quality with satisfaction guaranteed. If you are looking to join a dynamic and growing team, Islands West has the right job for you!