Job Description

POSITION

Lead Hand

LOCATION

Chilliwack, British Columbia

TYPE

Full-Time

SALARY

$20-$22 /hr

About Rainbow Greenhouses

Rainbow Greenhouses supplies national retailers and independent growers across North America with year-round live goods. With over 5 million sq. ft. of greenhouse space in BC and Alberta, we operate advanced, resource-efficient growing systems that are powered by skilled, hands-on teams with decades of expertise. From seed to sale, our full-service model supports retailers with consistent product availability, in-store service, and merchandising solutions to grow their categories year after year. At Rainbow, we grow plants, people and partnerships with long-term success in mind.

About the Opportunity

As a

Lead Hand

, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of our greenhouse. This role involves most aspects of our greenhouse production but is focused on overseeing daily operations, aligning production capacity with customer demand while ensuring full regulatory compliance, particularly with the

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

.


You'll assist with developing and implementing production plans to maximize efficiency and yield and provide effective training to ensure safety and quality standards are maintained. You will be cross-trained and familiarized with multiple areas within the Greenhouse as there is a great deal of co-operation required with internal partners to successfully carry out your daily tasks.


Organize workflow and staff Ensure area is clean and organized Ensure that orders are filled accurately and on time, with the correct labelling and cubing

And here's the growth part: for the right candidate, this role could evolve into

leading a production planning team

in the future.

About You

You're not just a Team Lead. Applicants should have problem-solving skills and experience working with processes and optimizing efficiency. Also, a sharp thinker, a systems person, and a skilled communicator. You should have the willingness to learn and operate motorized equipment, love diving into the details but never lose sight of the big picture: healthy plants, happy partners, and well-executed plans.

Must-Haves

Process and Quality minded Excellent people skills Strong communication and

negotiation

skills Ability to collaborate across departments Analytical mindset with excellent

problem-solving

skills Ability to push, pull and lift up-to 50lbs Positive attitude Working in all weather conditions Basic understanding of plants Basic computer skills, more is better

Nice-to-Haves

Leadership experience Industry background in Greenhouse or Horticulture Familiar with Continuous Improvement principles Bilingual in English and Spanish

Why Join Us

At Rainbow Greenhouses, we believe in growing more than just plants. We offer:

A culture built on teamwork, integrity, and long-term success The opportunity to own your role, contribute meaningfully, and shape future processes Eligibility for our incentive program, your impact is recognized and rewarded The chance to grow into leadership as our team evolves

Ready to Grow With Us?

We welcome all qualified applicants, including people from underrepresented communities, and are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace.

If you're ready to plant the seeds for your next great career move, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now! and let's grow something amazing together.

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