Harvest hand
Highline Produce Limited based in Kingsville, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Harvest hand. Highline Produce Limited is a leading greenhouse vegetable producer specializing in premium-quality, locally grown produce. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Highline Produce utilizes state-of-the-art greenhouse technology and environmentally friendly growing practices to cultivate a wide variety of fresh vegetables, including tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and lettuce. Their commitment to food safety, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction ensures that their products meet the highest industry standards. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Highline Produce Limited
Position: Harvest hand
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $16.55 to $17.42 hourly (To be negotiated) for 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Kingsville, ON
Shifts: Day, Weekend, Overtime, On Call, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Own transportation
Work setting: Rural area, Various locations, and Willing to relocate
Type of crops: Mushrooms
Requirements:
Languages:Â Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided
Own tools/equipment: Gloves and Steel-toed safety boots
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience in organic farming practices and be comfortable working outdoors, including in confined spaces when necessary
- The candidates should be capable of working at heights and in wet or damp conditions, as well as being tolerant of various odors
- The candidates should be able to work in hot environments, noisy conditions, and cold or refrigerated environments
- The candidates should thrive in a fast-paced environment, be prepared for repetitive tasks, and capable of working under pressure
- The candidates should be physically fit to meet demanding tasks, possess manual dexterity, and have good hand-eye coordination
- The candidates should be able to stand for extended periods, perform bending, crouching, and kneeling as required, and manage a large workload, including handling weights up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess efficient interpersonal skills and demonstrate flexibility in their approach to tasks, as well as be reliable in fulfilling their responsibilities
- The candidates should be effective team players and uphold values and ethics in their work, while also being quick learners
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to cultivate on a vertical farming system and harvest crops, as well as load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, and farm produce, livestock, and poultry
- The candidates should be able to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, as well as examine the product for quality and readiness for the market
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, vision care benefits, group insurance benefits, life insurance, and paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, References attesting experience and Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples) through the below-mentioned details
By email
[email protected]
By mail
506 Mersea Road 5
Leamington, ON
N8H 3V5
In person
506 Mersea Road 5
Leamington, ON
N8H 3V5
Between 08:00 a.m. and 04:30 p.m
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!