This position offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team within a thriving organization committed to operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives.

From July to September, the successful candidate will be based in Norfolk County, Ontario, supervising watermelon handling, sorting, grading, labelling, repacking, palletizing, and loading activities at our seasonal operation. Accommodation will be provided during this assignment.

For the remainder of the year, the candidate will work at our warehouse at Mississauga, supporting warehouse operations, staff coordination, training, and operational improvement initiatives.

The position requires strong leadership, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage a diverse workforce in a fast-paced produce handling environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Seasonal Operations – Norfolk County (July–September)

- Supervise daily watermelon handling, sorting, grading, labelling, repacking, palletizing, and trailer-loading activities.
- Assign daily tasks and coordinate staffing based on production volumes and operational requirements.
- Communicate work instructions clearly in Spanish and English to ensure employees understand their duties, quality expectations, and safety procedures.
- Monitor employee attendance, productivity, work quality, and adherence to schedules.
- Ensure produce is handled carefully to minimize damage, waste, and product loss.
- Coordinate with farm representatives, warehouse management, transportation personnel, and other stakeholders to maintain a smooth workflow.
- Adjust work schedules and labour allocation in response to weather conditions, incoming produce volumes, and shipment deadlines.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, labour hours, production output, quality issues, and daily operational activities.
- Ensure proper housekeeping, sanitation, equipment handling, and food safety practices are followed.

2. Employee Supervision and Training

- Lead, coach, and support seasonal and temporary foreign workers.
- Provide clear instructions, demonstrations, and on-the-job training.
- Monitor employee performance and address productivity or quality concerns promptly.
- Promote teamwork, respect, accountability, and a positive working environment.
- Assist with onboarding and orientation, including workplace rules, emergency procedures, and safety expectations.




- Address employee concerns and conflicts fairly, escalating significant matters to management.
- Help overcome language barriers between workers and management.

3. Warehouse Operations – Mississauga (Remainder of the Year)

- Support day-to-day warehouse operations.
- Coordinate employee assignments, workflow, and operational priorities with warehouse management.
- Assist with receiving, storage, order preparation, loading, and dispatch activities as required.
- Monitor operational efficiency, product handling, housekeeping, and inventory accuracy.
- Support employee training, performance monitoring, and compliance with company procedures.
- Identify operational challenges and recommend practical improvements.
- Assist with seasonal planning, workforce coordination, and preparation for upcoming agricultural operations.

4. Food Safety, Health and Safety, and Compliance

- Ensure employees follow applicable food safety, sanitation, and produce-handling procedures.
- Enforce workplace safety rules and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment issues, and workplace incidents.
- Ensure employees receive appropriate safety instructions and understand emergency procedures.
- Maintain accurate operational records and report incidents or compliance concerns to management.
- Promote a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

5. Communication and Reporting

- Serve as a communication link between Spanish-speaking employees, warehouse management, and senior management.
- Provide regular updates on staffing, attendance, productivity, quality, and operational challenges.
- Report labour shortages, equipment problems, product damage, and shipment delays promptly.
- Maintain clear and accurate daily reports and operational documentation.
- Coordinate with transportation, receiving, and warehouse teams to meet production and dispatch targets.

Key Qualifications and Requirements

- Fluency in both Spanish and English is essential,



with the ability to communicate effectively with management and Spanish-speaking workers.
- Previous supervisory experience in agriculture, farming, produce handling, warehousing, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Ability to assign tasks, coordinate daily activities, and monitor employee performance.
- Knowledge of produce handling, agricultural operations, food safety, and workplace safety requirements is an asset.
- Experience training, coaching, and supporting seasonal or temporary foreign workers is preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate records of attendance, labour hours, productivity, and operational activities.
- Physically capable of working in warehouse and outdoor agricultural environments and varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation are preferred.
- Willingness to work flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and peak harvest periods when operationally required.
- Willingness to reside in Norfolk County during the July–September assignment; accommodation will be provided.
- Willingness to work at the Mississauga warehouse during the remainder of the year.

Working Conditions

- July–September: Based in Norfolk County, Ontario, supporting seasonal watermelon operations. Accommodation will be provided.
- Remainder of the year: Based at Mississauga, Ontario.
- Work may involve early starts, extended hours during peak periods, repetitive handling activities, and exposure to changing weather conditions during outdoor operations.
- The role requires regular interaction with warehouse employees, seasonal workers, management, and other operational stakeholders.

Success in This Role The successful candidate will demonstrate effective bilingual communication, strong employee supervision, consistent enforcement of safety and food quality standards, accurate record-keeping, and the ability to maintain productive operations across both seasonal agricultural and year-round warehouse environments. Note: This outlines the principal responsibilities of the position. Duties may be adjusted based on operational requirements and business needs.

Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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