JOIN OUR ADVENTURE!  What came first, the chicken or the egg? We still don’t know the answer, but we can share with you, the journey after…  L.H. Gray & Son is a national organization spanning British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, and we are passionate about eggs! All things eggs in fact, including shell eggs which we provide to grocery stores and foodservice providers, liquid and dried egg as an ingredient for culinary and industrial processing as well as producing a nutritious and delicious line of ready to eat, value added egg products. We are proudly Canadian with a long rich history of working with local family farms in bringing farm fresh eggs to our communities every day!   Our family values are a culturally diverse reflection of our Canadian heritage. We’ve been providing locally sourced food to Canadians since 1934! Our collection of unique perspectives and experiences sets us apart with the passion to drive performance.   As part of our values, our organization is constantly in search of innovation. Our state-of-the-art grading and processing equipment sets us apart and drives our commitment to lead the industry in sustainability, safety, and automation. In addition, our facilities are food safe certified ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and quality.   We are looking for egg enthusiasts who are interested in more than just a job. You are on the hunt for a rewarding career where you’ll make a difference and continue your learning journey. In addition to a rewarding career, you can rest assured that your journey won’t be cut short! Our team members enjoy additional perks such as job security, comprehensive group benefits, an employee assistance program, RSP program, scholarship, and bursary programs!   As a member of our team, you can expect to contribute fresh perspectives, share new and exciting ideas, participate in growth opportunities, build our diverse and inclusive culture, and so much more! Opportunities are only limited by your imagination!   We look forward to hearing from you and learning how you will grow with us and contribute to our ever-evolving team of egg enthusiasts! Please submit your application by clicking APPLY TO THIS POSITION. POSITION OVERVIEWThe Producer Representative will build relationships with egg and pullet farmers, support barn management and egg quality improvement efforts, and engage with professional organizations within the poultry industry. Additionally, they will assist with special projects and events, helping to drive the success of our farm customers and strengthen industry partnerships. SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.Strong English (written and verbal) and mathematical skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs.Time management and multi-tasking skills and the ability to organize work and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.Professional manner. A responsive and positive work attitude is essential.Must be diplomatic (dealing with a variety of personalities).Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information.Works well under pressure.Ability to communicate at a high level and work well with others as part of a team, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions.Ability to adapt to change and demonstrate a willingness to learn.Demonstrated judgement and critical thinking skills.Ability to work in excess of stated hours to complete job responsibilities.Post secondary education. Must be enrolled in an Agriculture-related, Co-op program or have equivalent work experience.    Previous knowledge and experience in shell egg industry or other poultry would be an asset.Valid provincial driver’s license and the ability to travel occasionally. RESPONSIBILITIESThe Producer Representative will spend time in the following areas, and will obtain a working knowledge of each section.Producer RepresentativeObtain useful knowledge of the necessary skills to become an effective Producer Representative.Provide excellent customer service support for all customer requests involving trucking, egg orders, grading results, etc.Become familiar with the owners and locations of egg farm customers.Act as the primary contact for provincial egg and pullet farmers.Spend time in barns supporting egg farmers with problem solving (egg quality, system checks, and barn management improvements).Understand the audit requirements of an egg and pullet farm.Obtain knowledge of various hen and pullet housing and egg production systems.Perform regular equipment checks and assess areas of egg handling and gathering that can contribute to under-grades.Be familiar with standard egg and pullet barn management requirements and strategies (lighting, feed, water, ventilation, etc.).Learn the role and responsibilities of Egg Farmers of Canada.Learn the role and responsibilities of the provincial egg board.Learn the provincial egg farmers polices, programs and procedures.Become familiar with the role of affiliated professional organizations and partners, such as Canadian Center for Food Integrity, Poultry Industry Council and Farm & Food Care.Become familiar with the resources of Agriculture Canada, provincial Ministry of Agricultural & Rural Affairs, CFIA, and Health Canada.Attend poultry and agriculture industry meetings and conferences.Network with poultry feed companies, hatcheries, and equipment suppliers.Assist with planning and executing farm customer appreciation events.Develop and maintain successful working relationships with colleagues throughout the organization.Live by the organization’s mission, vision and values.Other duties as assigned.Grading Station(s)Communicate all necessary farm information/changes or farm quality concerns.Organize and complete egg sampling/candling for customer egg quality investigations.Knowledge of HACCP and food safety requirements of a grading station will be obtained.Know and understand all the components at a grading station (receiving, grading, packaging, inventory management, and shipping).Implement/facilitate CFIA Egg Grading Acts and Regulations.Implement/facilitate CFIA Organic Egg Product Regulations.Retail Egg SalesGain knowledge of how organizational Sales Representatives service retail customer’s needs. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND CONFIDENTIALITYL.H. Gray & Son Ltd. and our affiliates are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruitment. Hiring decisions are made based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.The incumbent will be working in a proprietary environment. Policies and procedures are shared between the L.H. Gray & Son group of companies.  Discussion of these with non- L.H. Gray affiliated employees is strictly forbidden. Please submit your application by clicking APPLY TO THIS POSITION.