General Labour

Nature Fresh Farms is a Leamington-based greenhouse company with facilities in Leamington, ON and Delta, OH as well as Laredo, TX. Our company and its innovative, dynamic team is expanding every day, growing new plant varieties and introducing cutting-edge ideas and practices to the fresh produce industry. However, at Nature Fresh, we don’t just grow plants – we also grow people. Our team is passionate about bringing the highest quality products to consumers, but it is also committed to creating an inspiring, diverse, and team-oriented workplace environment that everyone can enjoy. Nature Fresh Farms is a recognized leader within the greenhouse farming industry – join our team and help us continue to grow!

We are continuously looking to fill permanent, full-time General Labour positions for our operations in our Leamington, ON location.

Job Details:
General Laborers are essential members of our operation. Without them, it would not be possible for Nature Fresh to operate. General laborers are taught the skills necessary to work safely and efficiently and are expected to perform a wide array of tasks. They will often be assigned to specific tasks that are most suited towards their skill set.

1. Job Specific Duties
a. Crop Start-up: Placing coco slabs, filling buckets, placing drip hose, rolling out plastic/tarp, planting, tying strings, clipping plants, etc.
b. Crop Cleanout: rolling up tarp, removing plants, sweeping, cleaning out plant debris, basic maintenance, washing and sanitizing the greenhouse.
c. Crop Maintenance: Clipping, twisting, suckering, de-leafing, fruit pruning, lowering the plants, scout for pest & disease, applying biologicals, spraying, checking irrigation, applying fertilizer.
d. Product Prep for Market: Picking the product, sorting product, packaging product, box making, stacking, tagging, cart driving, and machine operator.
e. Continuous general cleanup inside/outside the greenhouse and all related areas. General Maintenance.
f. Must comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.
g. This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.

2. Qualifications and Working Conditions
a. Experience is an asset, however if the candidate shows commitment and potential, we are willing to train.
b. Education is not a requirement.
c. Must be able to distinguish colors.
d. Work is physically demanding, fast paced and climates can vary from warm to cold.
e. Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time, bending, crouching, kneeling.
f. Possibility of working at heights or lifting 15-25lbs.
g. Environment can at times be humid.
h. Hours will fluctuate to reflect ongoing needs of the business – average 40-60 hours be week.
i. Must be available Monday-Saturday, and in some instances able to rotate on afternoon shift as required. Afternoon shift schedule is Sunday-Friday.
j. Uniforms will be provided by the company should the employee choose. The employee will be responsible for uniform cleaning fees which varies between $7.00-11.00 depending on the style.

3. Physical Requirements
a. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

4. Salary
a. $17.20/hr
b. With some activities you will have the potential to earn more with piece rate/bonuses/higher rate, however, will earn no less than $17.20/hr
c. Statutory holiday pay may apply in some departments.

5. Work Locations
a. 525 Essex Rd 14 Leamington ON or 645 Hwy 77 Leamington ON

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and want to join our dynamic team, we encourage you to send us your resume by applying here Recruitment (adp.com) Recruiters, please don’t respond to this advertisement.

Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.