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Whole Leaf Star Produce Ltd. (The Star Group) Coaldale, AB

Status: Full Time, Permanent

Starting Wage: $18.00/hour

Whole Leaf, part of the Star Group of companies, is on a mission to grow Canada's best-tasting and most sustainable lettuce, 365 days a year. Our 12-acre greenhouse facility near Coaldale, Alberta, is one of the most technologically advanced lettuce greenhouses on earth, producing Inspired Greens and Inspired Leaves for customers across Canada. Innovations in the use of robotics, integrated pest management, water conservation and automation help make Inspired Greens a clean, healthy and delicious choice. Thanks to customer-favorites products such as our whole-head living lettuce and ready-to-eat cut greens, Whole Leaf's products are in high demand across the country. Join Whole Leaf and set the bar for Canadian-grown fresh produce.

The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale and we ask that individuals have reliable transportation to and from work.

Focus

The position of Greenhouse Operator is vital to the operation of the greenhouse. The Operators are responsible for operating high tech machines and robotic equipment used to plant, transport, and space leafy greens per prescribed timelines and growing conditions. Additionally, the Operators observe, report, and correct issues of quality (consistency, type, quantity, plant health, damage, etc.) and perform a variety of manual labour tasks in support of the Growing Team's objectives.

Key Accountabilities:

Operate robotic equipment that transports and spaces plants per prescribed timelines and growing conditions
Operate machinery that plants seeds into soil per production schedule
Inspect and report plant quality issues
Safely clear machine blockages as required; assist in troubleshooting machine adjustments
Clean a variety of equipment and surfaces including greenhouse fans, g-channels, plant gutters, etc.
After on-the-job training assist the Growing Team with mixing fertilizer
Handle and transport materials (e.g. plant gutters)
Follow instructions from Growers to perform manual labour tasks
Other tasks as assigned/necessary

Key Attributes and Skills

Problem solve, trouble shoot
Understanding of basic mathematics
Understanding of basic mechanical and electrical systems
Ability to learn new computer software

Education and Experience:

High school or equivalent
Past greenhouse experience is an asset but not a requirement

Working Conditions

Hours may be irregular and in excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week
Work outside ordinary office hours (including weekends and holidays) may be required

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a hot and humid greenhouse climate
Stand and walk for up to three hours at a time
Safely lift up to 50lbs
Climb ladders and stairs regularly throughout the day
Crouch and kneel

Rural Renewal Stream

Whole Leaf is an avid supporter of the Town of Taber's Rural Renewal Stream Program. Employees looking to apply for the Rural Renewal Stream are assisted by Whole Leaf in their application process.
Whole Leaf does not provide LMIA's nor Housing to any employee.

Why Us?

Competitive pay and benefits
Positive and fun work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Be part of an exciting industry!

*We invite you to visit our website to obtain more information about our companies, divisions, brands and products -- www.starproduce.com.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume (in PDF Form) in confidence.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

On-site parking

Schedule:

Day shift
Please state if you are looking for full-time or part-time employment.
The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale. Do you have reliable transportation to get you to and from work?
Are you capable of working in a hot and humid environment for an excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week?
Are you able to provide a criminal record check upon hire?

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