Job Description

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 a

nd

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.