production worker Guelph
Job description
Production Worker (Vertical Farming Technician)
Job Type: Full Time / Permanent
Shift: 12 Continental (No nightshift)
Location: Guelph, ON
Ready to make an impact alongside fellow future-optimists?
If you’ve ever wished for a more sustainable way to grow produce, thought local food is better food, or wondered why food companies use harsh chemicals, you’ll want to work with us.
Because at GoodLeaf, we’re setting the standard of what good food means.
Our baby and microgreens use 95% less water than traditional farming, are hyperlocal and farm-to-shelf in hours and are free from pesticides and herbicides.
So, if you’re ready, let’s grow together, sustainably
Why work at GoodLeaf Farms?
It is our commitment to provide you with the work environment and tools necessary to be successful in your role. We hope that you will find your work here rewarding, challenging, and meaningful.
- You will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level. GoodLeaf is growing and we want you to grow along with us!
- We have an entrepreneurial and inclusive spirit with the heart of a startup.
- We foster an environment of cooperation and communication.
- We have competitive compensation and benefits
Every day at GoodLeaf Farms we get to help solve the challenge of food security for communities across Canada and do it in innovative ways that inspire healthy lifestyles. We think that’s exciting and the best reason of all to join us!
What we are looking for
We are looking for you to join our Production / Vertical Farming Technician Crew whose primary responsibility it is to ensure all areas of our vertical farm run smoothly and safely, handling farm materials, packaging leafy greens and participating in sanitation practices. Whether you are seeding our bold and peppery baby arugula or harvesting our delicate pea shoots, your role will be to ensure we deliver a safe, top-quality product to all Canadian families.
What you will be doing
- Seeding micro and baby leafy greens
- Harvest and package our micro and baby leafy greens
- Handle farm materials
- Participate in industry best, sanitation practices
Must have’s
- Must be able to work a 12-hour rotational day shift, 7:00AM – 7:00PM. Rotational schedule is 3 days on 2 days off and then 2 days on 2 days off.
- Must be detail oriented and physically able to lift up to 50lbs
- Able to excel in a fast paced, changing environment
- Reliable and highly efficient
- Must be passionate about local produce and your impact on the environment
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
GoodLeaf Farms is a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination employer.
GoodLeaf Farms is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at GoodLeaf Farms are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Guelph, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
About GoodLeaf Farms
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.goodleaffarms.com
