JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Agriculture Manager, the successful incumbent will be a results-driven, self-starter who is always looking for opportunities for improvement, and can adapt to a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will join a team of raw product professionals dedicated to providing the best possible raw to our Lethbridge potato processing facility.
• Maintain and grow strong relationships with our grower suppliers.
• Visit grower fields and storages as necessary driving company crop knowledge.
• Work closely with the Agriculture Manager and Raw Product Supervisor to assess grower quality, potato requirements and organize potato deliveries.
• Participate in learning opportunities to enhance your potato extension skills, providing the best possible advice to our contract grower.
• Provide timely data on potato quality to Cavendish Farms Management team, be proficient with data management systems.
• Work closely with Production staff to determine their needs and balance with potato quality.
• Report food safety and quality issues to the Agriculture Manager and Raw Product Supervisor.
• Assist with the supervision 6 hourly raw receiving and potato grading staff.
• Strong commitment to Cavendish Farms Company Values.
• Health and Safety responsibilities
• Food Safety responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture or Technical Diploma in Agriculture.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience would be beneficial.
• Exposure to a food operating plant environment would be an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and build teams.
• A proven track record of being pro-active and taking initiative.
• CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) or Professional Agrologist certification; or demonstrated eligibility for certification.
• Ability to stand/walk in potato fields and potato storages.
• Ability to squat, bend, kneel, reach
• Occasional lifting up to 50lb/ 34kg
• Occasional carrying up to 50lb/34kg

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have two state-of-the-art potato processing plants in PEI, one in Lethbridge, AB and another in Jamestown, ND. Headquartered in Dieppe, NB, the company also operates an appetizer plant in Wheatley, ON and has sales office locations in Toronto and Boston. Cavendish Farms is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package including but not limited to:

• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan

• Employee & Family Assistance Programs

• Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs

• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)

• RRSP matching program

• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning

• Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies

• Hybrid work schedule (if applicable) to provide you the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week

• Relocation costs (if applicable)