If you are looking to join a dynamic and growing team, Islands West Produce has the right job for you! With a long history in Victoria, we pride ourselves on providing excellent client service and being passionate about our Islands West product offerings.

As a member of the Production Line team: perform work in a team-based setting, operating various equipment and/or performing tasks that contribute to the production of high-quality produce. Work with minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
As a Supervisor: support the daily management of the production department. Supervises the department and staff and acts as the go-to person in the absence of the Production Manager/Assistant Manager. Responsibilities include management of all functions of quality control, sanitation, and stock rotation; as well as, planning, assigning, and leading the work of others.

SCHEDULE AVAILABLE:

• Days - 5 days - Flexible
• Time - 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality fresh-cut fruits and vegetables for foodservice and retail markets, including operating dicers, cutters, slicers, and packaging equipment.
• Complete and review daily production quality check sheets.
• Monitor workflow within the department to ensure staff have the support they need and that questions or issues are addressed promptly.
• Maintain quality and freshness standards for all produce handled within the department.
• Assist the production management team with coordinating and scheduling the timely processing of products based on customer needs.
• Follow direction from the Production Manager and keep them informed of department activities.
• Perform additional tasks or operate equipment as directed by the Production Manager.

PM Shift Supervisory Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and process orders for am/pm  trucks.
• Maintain and verify par levels; perform recounts and record updates.
• Manage ZPS orders, including organizing, adjusting, and adding to existing orders.
• Organize ZPS stickers for grab‑and‑go, ferries, Vancouver, and pick-up orders.
• Prepare and organize products for opening orders, ensuring all items are complete and ready for picking.
• Manage staffing levels to meet production demands; approve and coordinate overtime when necessary.
• Ensure proper product rotation is followed.
• Maintain cooler organization, cleanliness, and food‑safety standards.
• Ensure all processed items meet production quality requirements, including julienne date coverage.
• Complete end‑of‑shift procedures: shutdown checklist, bleach ppm checks, knife counts, cleaning of sealers, and clearing spinner bags.
• Assign work tasks to production line staff and ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensuring the production team is working with Admin tracker on data collection.
• Ensuring Production team and QA team working together.

In Manager’s Absence

• Submit work orders for equipment or facility repairs and maintenance.
• Oversee assigned staff, provide direction, and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain adherence to quality, sanitation, and product rotation standards.

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written (English).
• Ability to supervise 5-20 staff.
• Previous produce, kitchen and/or supervisor experience.
• Ability to safely bend, twist and lift to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Ability to walk and stand for the duration of scheduled shift.
• Ability to learn and apply knife skills.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment.

• Food Safe Level 1
• Hepatitis A Vaccination

OUR COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Extended healthcare benefits eligibility
• Employee discounts on products
• Development opportunities