Mushroom Grower

Champ's Fresh Farms Inc. is now hiring Mushroom Grower in Langley, BC. View job listing details and apply now. WHO WE AREChamps Fresh Farms Inc is Western Canadas largest mushroom distributor located in the Fraser Valley of southwestern British Columbia As a prominent leader in the mushroom marketing genre Champs Mushrooms consistently provides leading concepts in distribution amp quality control for the mushroom industry Our growing business is seeking an experienced Mushroom Grower who possesses proven leadership skills as well as a strong ability to deal with change across a multi-site operation and make sound decisions that encourage corporate growthPOSITION SUMMARYThe Mushroom Grower works under the direction of the Director of Growing in the Growing Department and is concerned with checking the harvest room daily and ensuring that the rooms are watered cleaned and disease free The Grower also supervises and coordinates the loading and unloading process and supervises all mens work employees The farm operates 365 days a year so the Grower is required to work weekdays weekends and holidays as neededKEY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure substrate preparation and cultivation for all types of mushroom growing Ensure environment control including temperature control relative humidity light and acidity of the mushroom growing process Distribute water onto the mushroom growing beds as needed Ensure the plastic is placed on the mushroom growing beds as needed Check all growing rooms on all the farms for accurate temperatures working control systems other-directed needs Check all steam boilers and mushroom house boilers to ensure the machinery is working properly Make sure all properties are secure follow daily instructions given by the growing staff Ensure all Food Safety and Quality concerns are immediately addressed with the Harvesting Supervisors Ensure workers wash and sanitize the halls and pick room floors as needed or directed Ensure set up and removal of the chiller in rooms as needed Disease management prevention and control of disease through communication monitoring and SOPs Standard Operation Procedures To follow and help develop farm-related SOPs Monitor all aspects of crop performance to achieve KPIs Evaluate and review staff performance Ensure the setup and removal of fly traps as needed along with other general maintenance tasks as required for the operation of mushroom growing Assist the Harvesting SupervisorsTo be considered for this position you must meet the following requirementsQUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Grade 12 level education Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in mushroom growing Experience in mushroom horticultural andor agricultural fields Previous mushroom farm experience or similar industry is an advantage Previous supervisory experience is highly desirable able to effectively supervise employees Excellent oral communication skills organized and flexibility Good judgment attention to detail and team player Ability to work under pressure and stand for extended periods of time Command of English language The ability to speak another language is an asset Excellent communication skills Awareness of company policies and procedures knowledge of hygieneHACCP practices knowledge of health and safety rules and regulations Flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends and evenings Highly organized with excellent time managementpriority setting skills and knows how to make the right decisions Working proficiency with MS Office applications and internet applicationsWe thank all applicants for their interest in working for Champs Fresh Farms Inc Due to receiving high volumes of resumes we are only able to contact those who have been shortlisted for an interviewJob Types Full-time PermanentBenefits Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision careSchedule 10 hour shift 8 hour shiftAbility to commuterelocate Langley BC reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work requiredWork Location One location