Neptune Fresh Produce Inc.
At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.
We are seeking individuals:
For more than 30 years, Fresh Start Foods has proudly delivered a full range of fresh produce solutions to customers across Canada. As a valued member of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) family of companies, we are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2026.
Fresh Start Foods is looking for a Warehouse Lead Hand to join our team in Richmond, BC In this critical role, you will coordinate and assist in the supervision of warehouse functions to ensure our customers receive the freshest products. You will act as a key link between the warehouse floor and management, ensuring an efficient flow of operations while maintaining a high standard of safety and productivity.
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Salary: $24/hour (paid on a weekly basis!)
Key Responsibilities/What You Will Do
Daily Coordination: Collaborate with the supervisor to coordinate daily warehouse operations and monitor the receiving, selection, and loading of products.
Team Leadership: Instruct and check the work of team members while providing essential training on job techniques and safety requirements.
Workflow Management: Monitor and prioritize order fulfillment and investigate inventory or operational variances.
Employee Support: Assist in employee observations for performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
Problem Solving: Resolve warehouse issues, conflicts, or operational bottlenecks as they arise.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure all staff follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while using required PPE.
Required Qualifications/Skills
Experience: 1-2 years of warehouse experience.
License: A valid Forklift license is an asset, specifically a stand up counter balance forklift. Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certification is necessary (must be obtained upon hire and maintained).
Leadership: Have the ability to coach, train, instruct, and check the work of others on processes and procedures.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Safety Awareness: Promotes and maintains safety practices, ensuring all safety procedures and proper lifting/equipment use are followed.
Physical Ability: Capable of standing and moving for more than 2/3 of the shift, including reaching, stooping, and crouching. Capable of heavy work, including frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs or more.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Should feel comfortable speaking during team huddles/meetings.
Fresh Start Foods offers a range of benefits, including:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
Weekly paychecks
Employee Family Assistance Program
Opportunities for career advancement
Employee Recognition Programs
Training opportunities
Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program
Full-time hours
A team-oriented work environment
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to:
For Jobs in British Columbia
For Jobs in Ontario
fsferecruitment@freshstartfoods.com
Use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
Fresh Start Foods continues to be the leading value added and fresh produce supplier in Canada. Building on 25 years of growth and success, we understand the importance of satisfying the essential stakeholders in your business.
We ensure that high quality and value is delivered from field to table. We understand the critical nature of fresh produce to your offering and work diligently to ensure you are able to exceed your customers expectations.
With several well positioned locations in both Eastern and Western Canada, we are truly national and well positioned to deliver the freshest product possible.
Fresh Start Foods has two additional companies within our food family, J.G. Fruits and Vegetables in Montreal distributes both whole and fresh cut fruit, vegetables and other related products. Our Eating New Creations facility in Mississauga focuses on meeting retail and food-service needs in the manufacturing and assembly of salad & meal kits, a variety of portioned salads, sandwiches, fruit cups and other portioned fresh and dry products. Fresh Start Foods continues to grow and innovate, serving food service and retail customers from coast to coast!
At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.
We are seeking individuals:
Who are customer centric
Who are able to deliver on their commitments
Who value individual excellence and collective performance
Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship
Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers
Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience
