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| Location: | St. Thomas, ON |
| Date Posted: | Jun 30, 2021 |
Job Description
ASSISTANT GROWER
Permanent, Full Time
Talbotville, Ontario (Rural Location)
The Company
At Ontario Plants Propagation Limited, our vision is to be Eastern North America’s premier supplier of greenhouse vegetable transplants. In order to help us accomplish this goal, we need to hire motivated passionate people. With that in mind we are looking for an Assistant Grower whose primary responsibilities will be working with the growing team to ensure high quality vegetable seedlings. More specifically these duties would include responsibility for an assigned section of greenhouse under the direction of the Head Grower; and working with a cross functional team to ensure productivity and quality goals for assignments are met.
Job Duties
Requirements
Commitment/Work Conditions
Wage
How to apply:
**Only those meeting the requirements will be considered. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources via the methods above or at 519-637-2119.
Permanent, Full Time
Talbotville, Ontario (Rural Location)
The Company
At Ontario Plants Propagation Limited, our vision is to be Eastern North America’s premier supplier of greenhouse vegetable transplants. In order to help us accomplish this goal, we need to hire motivated passionate people. With that in mind we are looking for an Assistant Grower whose primary responsibilities will be working with the growing team to ensure high quality vegetable seedlings. More specifically these duties would include responsibility for an assigned section of greenhouse under the direction of the Head Grower; and working with a cross functional team to ensure productivity and quality goals for assignments are met.
Job Duties
- Gather data for plant trials as directed.
- Responsible for growing activities in an assigned section of the greenhouse; including irrigation, pest control; and monitoring and maintaining climate as directed.
- Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity.
- Participate in quality and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Maintain and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Help maintain a safe and clean workplace.
- Perform other tasks as may be assigned.
Requirements
- Completion of post-secondary diploma in a related field
- Growing or greenhouse experience an asset
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to create logically ordered objectives
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to motivate and attain positive results from employees and teams is a must
Commitment/Work Conditions
- Greenhouse environment in rural area
- Ability to work shifts including weekends.
- Ability to work long hours when required, especially during peak seasons.
- Ability to work in evenings when required to complete greenhouse checks.
- Working in high temperatures
Wage
- Starting at $20 per hour, 35– 55 hours per week, shifts may vary between day and evening.
- This role is classified as an agriculture employee / farm employee. See the following link for more details about this classification from ESA. http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/es/pubs/factsheets/fs_agri.php
How to apply:
- Submit your Cover letter and Resume.
- Mail: 38024 John Wise Line, St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3T5
- Email: employment@ontarioplants.com
- Subject title: Assistant Grower
- Fax: 519-637-2449
**Only those meeting the requirements will be considered. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources via the methods above or at 519-637-2119.
