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Organic Assistant Grower
Location: Freeman Herbs, 4075 North Service Rd, Lincoln, ON, L3J 1J4
Department: Growing
Job Type: Full-time / On-site
About Us
At Freeman Herbs, we’re passionate about growing fresh, high-quality herbs and vegetables. Every day, we focus on quality, service, and innovation, striving to positively impact the lives of our employees, families, and customers. We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our greenhouse team and help bring our mission, vision and values to life through our fresh herbs and vegetables.
About the Role:
The Organic Assistant Grower is responsible for ensuring Freeman Herbs has healthy and pest free crops. The Organic Assistant Grower will maintain a low pest count and work on future methods of control. The Organic Assistant Grower will collaborate with the growers for optimizing our climate conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with Organic grow team to develop and maintain overall plan for Organic integrated pest management.
- Maintain and follow through weekly and daily bio plans to completion
- Maintain bio health from receiving to placement, including temperature and humidity in storage
- Maintain inventory of spray room, ensuring all products are satisfactory.
- Maintain environmental controls for all organic crops
- Work with IPM Scout to scout all areas required and track results and findings into computer programs, and use this information to place bios accordingly
- Work with Organic Head Grower to develop a plan for incoming organic plants to the greenhouse
- Work with Organic Head Grower to develop plan for controlling pests coming in the greenhouse
- Remain knowledgeable on all pesticide information, including which products to use in each situation, with guidance from the Organic Head Grower
- Complete all pesticides paper work for organic team, including safety, audit and tracking information.
- Run all orders through the Head Organic Grower for approval
- Attend and participate in grower’s meetings, welcoming feedback and identifying process improvements
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
What We’re Looking For
Experience and Requirements:
• Diploma and/or degree in horticulture/agriculture
• Minimum of 3 years of greenhouse or agricultural experience
• Strong understanding of pest management and pesticide use
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with health and safety practices in a greenhouse setting
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
• Adaptability to changing tasks, weather conditions, and seasonal workloads
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new techniques and procedures
• Willingness to work extra hours during peak seasons and including possible Saturdays
What We Offer:
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Paid time off
• RRSP matching after one year of employment
• Health and dental benefits after three months of employment
• Being part of a company that values innovation in organic growing
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
At Freeman Herbs, we are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. Please advise the Human Resources Department if you require accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection processes and/or within the work environment. Information received for accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
