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SalaryNature 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 position for a Quality Control Supervisor for our Quality Department at our Leamington, ON location.
Job Description
The Quality Control Supervisor oversees and monitors the inspection and testing of produce to ensure adherence meets established quality standards. They are responsible for coordinating the activities of the team involved in inspecting produce and ensuring that they meet the quality standards specified by the company and customers.
Job Specific Duties
- Assign outbound and inbound orders to each team member and follow up on progress.
- Provide updates to the Quality Assurance Manager for each QC employee on any concerns and/or issues.
- Communicate with the QC team regularly to ensure they are following their responsibilities and company policies.
- Maintain daily contact with the Quality Assurance Manager and other departments such as Production, Commodities, Shipping and Receiving to address and follow up with operational issues/concerns.
- Ensure daily cleaning of equipment and sign offs are completed. Ensures equipment is working properly and address any equipment concerns to the Quality Assurance Manager.
- Provide continuous training, coaching and development throughout the department.
- Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with performance reviews, incident reports, H&S investigation.
- Completes monthly calibration of equipment.
- Plan, delegate, and lead the team to improve performance and standards of quality through motivation and encouragement.
- Conduct quality inspections and provide support to the team as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of Quality Control experience.
- Previous Supervisory experience is preferred.
- High degree of confidentiality regarding employee and job-related matters.
- Experience and comfort in working with computers and software programs.
- Excellent communication abilities, active listening skills and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment, some independent work.
- Ability to work in a fast environment by multitasking and prioritizing work while being attentive to details and quality.
- Ability to embrace and adapt to the rapid growth, innovation, and development of the company.
- Ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action as needed.
- Ability to address difficult situations confidentiality, professionally and respectfully.
- Safety shoes are mandatory.
Physical Requirements
- The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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.
