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    Greenhouse Worker

    Any, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 1w ago
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    Job description

    Village Farms International (Nasdaq: VFF) is a vertically integrated global leader in cannabis and plant-based consumer packaged goods, and sustainable innovation. As one of North America’s longest-standing produce operators built on decades of expertise, we’re a company where growers, innovators, and creators come together to shape the future of high performing plant-based brands, globally.

    Joining Village Farms means joining a global team built on purpose, integrity, and ambition. Here, we grow people, ideas and possibilities.

    The Opportunity

    Greenhouse Workers primarily pick tomatoes and cucumbers, maintain plants according to specific directions, work from elevated electric carts, cleaning and maintaining Greenhouse according to schedule as well as other duties. The role assists multiple departments in the Production Division to ensure the highest quality plants for Village Farms’ customers.

    What You'll Do

    Average Percent

    of Time

    40

    %

    Planting, deleafing, trimming, pruning, transplanting, raise/lower plants and watering applications

    40

    %

    Harvesting fruit according to ripeness, color and customer specifications

    20

    %

    General duties as they relate to the upkeep of the Greenhouse

    SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

    In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

    • Assist maintenance team with grounds maintenance, row cleaning and general preventative maintenance procedures.

    OTHER DUTIES

    Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned. Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Village Farms International, Inc. from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.

    • Utilize and maintain equipment as required by department; report any equipment problems immediately.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    Frequency Key:  Rare – up to 1 hour, Occasional – 1-3 hours, Frequent – 3-6 hours, Constant – 6-8 hours

    Physical Activity

    Frequency

    Physical Activity

    Frequency

    Sitting

    Rare

    Near Vision

    Constant

    Walking, climbing stairs

    Constant

    Far Vision

    Rare

    Crouching/Bending/Stooping

    Occasional

    Hearing

    Rare

    Reaching

    Frequent

    Talking

    Rare

    Grasping

    Frequent

    Smell

    Occasional

    Pushing/Pulling

    Frequent

    Lifting/Carrying

    Rare up to 50 pounds

    Travel

    Rare

    SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

    Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when performing work duties that may have the potential of risk to your health or safety. The Company will provide the required PPE. Employees will be trained in the proper use and care of any assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly to your Supervisor.

    • Job requires employees to be on their feet for long periods of time, sit, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch or crawl with or without reasonable accomodation.

    ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

    Positions directly reporting to this position (titles):

    • None

    SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

    • Ability to communicate effectively with others in a team environment
    • Must be able to work in all Greenhouse conditions including wet, humid, dusty, dirty, and extreme hot/cold temperatures.
    • Must have specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, and color vision

    What You Bring

    EDUCATION

    • High School Diploma or equivalent

    EXPERIENCE

    • Entry level – no previous experience required.
    • Factory, repetitive motion, greenhouse or labor experience preferred.

    Life at Village Farms

    We believe It Takes A Village ® and we mean it.

    It shows up in how we support each other, how we innovate, and how we win as a team.

    Our values guide every decision we make:

    Versatility | Innovation | Leadership | Loyalty | Accountability | Grit | Entrepreneurship

    What you do here matters - to our people, our products, and the customers we serve.

    We’ve got you covered with company-paid comprehensive benefits and education assistance to support your growth.

    Ready to Grow With Us?

    If you want to be part of something that has real impact - we’d love to meet you.

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