Field Representative Student - Summer 2026

Job Description

We currently have exciting opportunities within our Cavendish Farms operations for Agri Student to join our Team in Lethbridge, Alberta for the Summer 2026 Work Term. Reporting to the Agriculture Manager, the successful candidate will be a results-driven, self-starter who is looking for opportunities to learn the processing potato business. This role offers great opportunity for visibility and career development. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a "Can-Do" attitude and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• You will join a team of professionals dedicated to providing the best possible raw to our Lethbridge potato processing facility.
• Sample potato storages, evaluate seed cutting operations and planter accuracy.
• Visit grower fields as necessary obtaining samples as required.
• Participate in learning opportunities to enhance your extension skills.
• Provide timely data on potato quality.
• Participate with Production staff to determine their potato requirements for plant operations.
• Report food safety and quality issues to personnel with authority to initiate actions.
• Assist with the supervision 10 hourly truck unloading and potato grading staff.
• Commitment to Quality System Policy.

Qualifications

Why join us

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have two state-of-the-art potato processing plants in PEI, one in Lethbridge, AB and another in Jamestown, ND. Headquartered in Dieppe, NB, the company also operates an appetizer plant in Wheatley, ON and has sales office locations in Toronto and Boston.

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