Tunnels Supervisor

at  Highline Mushrooms

Highline is the largest mushroom grower in Canada and the world’s largest grower of organic mushrooms. We employ a vibrant and diverse workforce across Canada at our multiple locations in Quebec, Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. We are committed to continuous improvement and sustainable practices that reduce our impact on the environment, while producing a healthy food product.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Tunnel Barn at the Langley farm. The Tunnels Supervisor interacts with the Cultivation operations to ensure communication and the smooth integration of the day-to-day operation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two years experience in supervisor/management position
• Preference given to post secondary graduates
• Experience in mushroom, horticultural and/or agricultural field is an asset
• Heavy Equipment Operation experience as an asset.
• Experience with agricultural equipment an asset.

• Communicates with the Farm General Manager concerning compost quality and equipment concerns.
• Attends weekly Production meetings and provide feedback as to the productivity and work conditions within the Tunnel Barn and Casing Barn departments
• Supervises and leads the tunnels and casing barn crew, including but not limited to job performance reviews and ensure proper training requirements are met.
• Responsible for associate scheduling and management of timekeeping for payroll. Back up to manager for attendance management, vacation requests and other leave requests.
• Performs transfer process to ensure quality compost.
• Monitors empting of compost to ensure timely, safe delivery of compost to the cultivation area.
• Ensures the highest level of hygiene and sanitation within the Tunnel Barn
• Communicates necessary information to Cultivation and Grower as required on a day-to-day basis.
• Responsible for the safe operation of Heavy Equipment, including but not limited to tractors, wagons, forklift, bobcat and other farm equipment.
• Coordinates and ensures the department operates in compliance with company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Food Safety and Health and Safety policies, all applicable public laws and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to Environment, Employment and Health and Safety regulations.
• Develops department operating procedures and directs the work of all department associates.
• Communicates with Human Resources regarding associate issues and status change information. Reports injuries, property damage and near miss incidents immediately and assists in accident investigation.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned as required.