General Labour

🌱 Grow With Us – Join the Nature Fresh Farms Team! Imagine breaking from tradition to ensure a brighter future for generations to come. At Nature Fresh Farms®, we’re committed to nourishing people and the planet through greenhouse farming. Since 1999, our family-owned company has pursued a simple yet profound goal: to cultivate a kinder, healthier future. Today, we’re proud to be one of North America’s largest vertically integrated leaders in greenhouse-grown produce. While we are growers, we are also greenhouse builders, plant nurturers, and collaborative partners united by shared values and vision. Our journey is far from over. As we look to the future, we remain committed to: * Innovation and conservation * Reducing waste and promoting biodiversity * Creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and friendlier world for all 🌟 We’re Hiring! We are continuously looking to fill full-time, permanent positions for General Labours for our Production Department at our Leamington, Ontario facility. What You'll Do: * Crop Start-up: Placing coco slabs, filling buckets, placing drip hose, rolling out plastic/tarp, planting, tying strings, clipping plants, etc. * Crop Cleanout: rolling up tarp, removing plants, sweeping, cleaning out plant debris, basic maintenance, washing and sanitizing the greenhouse. * Crop Maintenance: Clipping, twisting, suckering, de-leafing, fruit pruning, lowering the plants, scout for pest & disease, applying biologicals, spraying, checking irrigation, applying fertilizer. * Product Prep for Market: Picking the product, sorting product, packaging product, box making, stacking, tagging, cart driving, and machine operator. * Continuous general cleanup inside/outside the greenhouse and all related areas. General Maintenance. * Must comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures. * This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required. What You Bring: * Experience is an asset, however if the candidate shows commitment and potential, we are willing to train. * Education is not a requirement. * Must be able to distinguish colors. * Work is physically demanding, fast paced and climates can vary from warm to cold. * Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time, bending, crouching, kneeling. * Possibility of working at heights or lifting 15-25lbs. * Environment can at times be humid. * Hours will fluctuate to reflect ongoing needs of the business – average 40-60 hours be week. * Must be available Monday-Saturday, and in some instances able to rotate on afternoon shift as required. Afternoon shift schedule is Sunday-Friday. * 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. What To Expect: * The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. What You'll Earn: * $17.60/hr * Employees working non-day shifts will receive a shift premium as follows: * Afternoon Shift: $1.00 per hour * Night Shift: $1.50 per hour * With some activities you will have the potential to earn more with piece rate/bonuses/higher rate, however, will earn no less than $17.60/hr * Statutory holiday pay may apply in some departments. Work Locations: * 525 Essex Rd 14 Leamington ON or 645 Hwy 77 Leamington ON 💎 Who We're Looking For We’re searching for passionate, purpose-driven individuals who are eager to make a difference — not just in their day-to-day work, but in the world around them. The right candidate is someone who shares our vision for a kinder, healthier future and lives out values that align with our own. At Nature Fresh Farms, our GROWS Company Values guide everything we do — from how we collaborate as a team to how we grow as individuals and as a business: 🌱 Growing People – We cultivate greatness, every day 💚 Respect and Care – We care for our people and our communities 👥 One Team – We’re stronger as one 🎯 Win By Challenging – We reimagine what’s possible 🤝 Serve With Purpose – We make things happen If you’re someone who believes in doing meaningful work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is motivated by innovation and impact, you’ll feel right at home here. 🌿 Why Work With Us? * A forward-thinking, sustainability-driven company * Supportive, people-first workplace culture * Opportunities for growth, learning, and development * Competitive wages and benefits * A chance to be part of something bigger than yourself 📩 Ready to Grow With Us? If you're inspired to make a real impact and grow your career in an innovative, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you! Click the “Apply” button and submit your resume to take the next step in your career with Nature Fresh Farms. 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.

The General Labourer is responsible for performing various greenhouse tasks including crop start-up, maintenance, and cleanout. They also handle product preparation, packaging, and general facility maintenance while ensuring compliance with safety and bio-security policies.

Candidates must be physically capable of standing, walking, bending, and lifting 15-25lbs in varying climate conditions. While experience is an asset, the company is willing to train individuals who demonstrate commitment and the ability to distinguish colors.

• Competitive wages • Shift premiums • Statutory holiday pay • Opportunities for growth, learning, and development

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Greenhouse farming
• Crop maintenance
• Product packaging
• Machine operation
• Health and safety compliance
• Food safety
• Bio security
• Physical stamina
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Time management

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