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POSITION SUMMARY

Provide associates with the skills, tools, and ability to meet Company expectations, and provides timely follow-up and (if warranted) corrective action and strives to conduct the harvest to maximize quality and production, and to minimize bed damage that can occur as a result of harvesting.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Education & Past Experiences:

• Grade 12 level education
• 3 years’ experience as a Mushroom Harvester or 2 years’ experience as a QCT or Supervisor or equivalent
• Experience in mushroom, horticultural and/or agricultural field.
• Valid driver’s license
• Current knowledge of mushroom growing operations, grading standards, shipping and receiving routines and HACCP requirements

1. GENERAL DUTIES

• Supervises the general conduct of all non-management harvesting staff, including Harvesters, Service People, Sorters and Lead Hands and ensures that pre-established facility operating procedures are properly followed by all personnel including procedures for food safety, employee safety, proper sanitation practices, harvesting equipment maintenance, etc.
• Assists the Harvest Manager with his or her duties
• Oversees safe operation of Axis Harvesting Machine
• Ensures that mushrooms are harvested and delivered to the packaging room properly, efficiently, and with due care
• Administers corrective action and/or discipline when warranted
• Ensures that facility doors are kept closed at all times and prohibits entry to any unauthorized visitors into the facility unless accompanied by company personnel
• Supports and participates in all company policies and programs including HACCP, Safety, and other operating procedures
• Recommends new or modified “Standard Operating Procedures” as they may be required
• Ensures that workers are adequately instructed and trained in safe work procedures.

8. OTHER DUTIES:

• Performs any other duties that may be assigned as required