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vegetable grower
Posted on June 24, 2024 by Employer details Amco Farms Inc.
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*You will be responsible for a predetermined section of our greenhouse and work with our team to mass produce high and quality vegetables. The role of the Vegetable Grower includes but is not limited to:* * Manage and lead assistant growers and other internal staff engaged in the growing, care and maintenance of company products; * Direct employees with guidance, training, leadership, etc. to ensure they are familiar with and aim to achieve all greenhouse goals; * Schedule crop work for employees with Greenhouse Labour Supervisor; * Track vacation and absence days of workers; * Review and assess staff performance and provide feedback on how to improve daily functions; * Communicate with other growers and departments to ensure production processes are met regarding crop work, harvesting, and facility maintenance; * Monitor crop work and ensure it has been done accurately and in a timely manner and complies with the company budget; * Inspect assigned growing areas on a daily basis to understand the status of the crop, possible challenges, and evaluate the greenhouse environment and irrigation strategy; * Inspect greenhouses on a monthly basis to meet Health and Safety requirements; * Record keeping and accounting function of greenhouse issues related to labour tracking, pesticide application, harvesting, and production; * Coordinate with IPM program to ensure timely and effective biological or chemical treatment of pests and disease; * Adhere to all company policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all team members; * Attend all required training as required by the company; * Perform other job related duties as assigned by the VP. *Requirements:* * experience preferred, but willing to train if interested in long-term commitment * Willing to work longer hours * Responsible for alarms, available weekends.. * Work schedule 48 to 55 hours per week / flexible depending on crop stage. * Able to work under pressure * Carry a pesticide license *At AMCO Farms our goal is to be a first-class supplier of Vegetables within North America. To achieve this, we need motivated individuals with a hunger for agriculture! If that person is you, apply now!* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year Benefits: * Casual dress * Dental care * Extended health care * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Vision care Flexible Language Requirement: * French not required Schedule: * 8 hour shift Experience: * growing: 2 years (required) Location: * Leamington, ON (preferred) Work Location: In person- LocationLeamington, ON
- Salary$50,000 to $80,000YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Full time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9335784959
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