Facility Supervisor

Our Client, Sandhu & Chouhan Produce is seeking an experienced and motivated Facility Supervisor to join our established horticultural farming operation in Bucca, NSW.

Tasks Include:

· Oversee the day-to-day operations of packing sheds, grading areas, cold rooms and storage facilities handling blueberries, raspberries and Lebanese cucumbers.

· Liaise with farm management to plan daily produce intake, labour requirements and packing schedules according to harvest volumes and operational requirements.

· Coordinate and supervise workers and seasonal staff involved in grading, packing, storage and other facility-based operations.

· Oversee sorting, grading and packing activities to ensure produce meets required quality, size, presentation and market standards.

· Monitor post-harvest handling, including pre-cooling, temperature control and storage conditions, to maintain produce freshness, quality and shelf life.

· Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, biosecurity, waste management and quality assurance requirements across facility operations.

· Conduct regular inspections of packing areas, cold rooms, grading equipment and machinery and arrange maintenance or repairs as required.

· Oversee cleaning and sanitation of packing areas, equipment, cold rooms and storage facilities to maintain required hygiene standards.

· Manage stock levels of packaging materials, including punnets, cartons, liners and other operational supplies.

· Coordinate the storage, dispatch and transportation of packed produce to meet delivery schedules and customer requirements.

· Maintain accurate records of daily production, packed volumes, rejected or damaged produce, labour allocation and other quality assurance activities.

· Implement and monitor workplace health and safety procedures, including safe equipment operation, manual handling and facility work practices.

· Maintain required documentation and ensure facilities are prepared for quality audits, inspections and buyer requirements.

· Identify workflow and operational issues within packing and storage areas and implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce wastage.

· Monitor facility operations to ensure consistent product quality and efficient movement of produce from receipt through to packing, storage and dispatch.

Qualifications and Skills:

· Have at least relevant AQF Cert III or Cert IV qualifications and Have 2 Years of working experience in a similar role in a farm setting. or equivalent or 3 years of employment experience with formal training OR 5 years of experience without formal training.

· Strong understanding of agricultural production processes.

· Attention to detail and quick decision-making to address quality issues, equipment failures, and operational challenges.

· Proficiency in quality control and adherence to standards.

· Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

· Ability to coordinate with various departments and ensure compliance with regulations.

· Possess a keen eye for detail to oversee product quality.

· Strong organizational skills are also essential for managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively.