Work and grow with a family owned and operated company. C&M Seeds is currently seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team in the position of Operations Manager at our Palmerston (Ontario) location. This position is responsible for overseeing and managing our seed plant, and seed processing and packaging needs to ultimately ensure an adequate supply of quality seed is available to meet company sales goals. This is a full-time position with benefits.
Essential job responsibilities include
Oversee and coordinate day-to-day activities of the seed plant and plant employees
Coordinate with Seed Production Manager and sales team to ensure availability for seasonal and daily product requirements
Meet organizational safety requirements and lead safety efforts in plant
Meet organizational requirements for company Quality Assurance Program including maintaining current SOP’s, documentation and training of staff
Oversee product quality control as it pertains to cleaning, grading and seed treatment of end product to meet company’s quality assurance program
Oversee plant and plant equipment maintenance and purchase supplies
Oversee general site cleanliness to ensure inside and outside of premises are maintained in a professional and organized manner to promote and enhance the image of the company
The ideal candidate shall
Demonstrate leadership and team building skills
Have understanding and experience with production scheduling, inventory management, equipment maintenance, operations records and expense control
Demonstrate planning, organization, time management and problem-solving skills
Possess a strong attention to detail
Possess a knowledge of seed and the seed industry
Must be willing to work extended hours during peak seasons (fall and spring)
Must be able to obtain various licenses, permits, certificates as required, eg: grader operator certificate, forklift license
Must possess a valid driver’s license, AZ license would be an asset
We are offering a competitive hourly wage for this position, with bonus potential.