Mushroom picker
Highline Produce Limited based in Leamington, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Mushroom picker. Highline Produce Limited is a leading grower and distributor of premium-quality mushrooms. Specializing in cultivating a variety of mushroom species, including white, cremini, and portobello, Highline Produce is dedicated to delivering fresh and flavorful mushrooms to consumers nationwide. With state-of-the-art growing facilities and sustainable farming practices, they ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility. 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: Mushroom picker
No of Vacancies: 20
Salary: $16.55 to $17.42 hourly (To be negotiated) for 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Leamington, ON
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Own transportation
Work setting: Rural area 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 boot
Security and safety: Medical exam
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience in organic farming and be comfortable working in confined spaces
- The candidates should be capable of working at heights and working in wet or damp conditions
- The candidates should be able to work in hot environments, noisy surroundings, and cold or refrigerated environments
- The candidates should be able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines
- The candidates should possess manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to distinguish between colors, along with the capability of performing repetitive tasks
- The candidates should be physically capable of handling demanding tasks, standing for extended periods, and bending, crouching, and kneeling as needed, as well as willing to work overtime when required
- The candidates should be able to handle weights up to 23 kg (50 lbs) while demonstrating the ability to work independently
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess efficient interpersonal skills and demonstrate flexibility while exhibiting reliability
- The candidates should be team players who uphold strong values and ethics, along with the ability to learn quickly
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 proficient in cultivating crops on a vertical farming system, employing innovative techniques to grow fruits and vegetables vertically for optimal space utilization
- The candidates should possess skills in carefully packing fruits and vegetables, ensuring appropriate packaging to preserve product quality and freshness during transportation and storage
- The candidates should be adept at inspecting products for quality and market readiness, conducting rigorous assessments to guarantee that only high-quality produce is dispatched to market
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, vision care benefits, life insurance, pension plan, maternity and parental benefits, and other benefits
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!