Gatekeeper

Nature-Fresh-Farms-Inc.; Leamington; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Job summary

Nature Fresh Farms is seeking a Gatekeeper in its Production Department at the Leamington ON Farms facility. The role focuses on maintaining accurate data entry for production orders, coordinating with line leads and warehouse staff, and ensuring proper labeling and lot tracking in a fast-paced greenhouse environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring production schedules, updating the system (Business Central), and ensuring compliance with Health, Food Safety and Bio Security policies.

Qualifications

• Experience with computers; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong understanding of pack specifications required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and record-keeping.
• Previous Gatekeeper experience is an asset.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team from various backgrounds and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely data entry for all production orders.
• Collaborate with Line Leads, Allocation Coordinator, Inventory Control Clerk, and Warehouse Supervisor on daily production schedule and shipping times.
• Identify and record lot numbers for dry goods to consume accordingly.
• Ensure #2 and waste products are entered into Business Central correctly.
• Monitor chats, production schedules, and email groups for real-time order changes.
• Walk through cooler and staging areas to ensure all inventoried products are labeled in real time.

Skills

MS Office

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Gatekeeping experience

Team collaboration

Spanish (asset)

Tools

Business Central

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Grow With Us - Join the Nature Fresh Farms Team!

Imagine breaking from tradition to ensure a brighter future for generations to come. At Nature Fresh Farms®, we're committed to nourishing people and the planet through greenhouse farming.

Since 1999, our family-owned company has pursued a simple yet profound goal: to cultivate a kinder, healthier future. Today, we're proud to be one of North America's largest vertically integrated leaders in greenhouse-grown produce. While we are growers, we are also greenhouse builders, plant nurturers, and collaborative partners united by shared values and vision.

Our journey is far from over. As we look to the future, we remain committed to:

• Innovation and conservation
• Reducing waste and promoting biodiversity
• Creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and friendlier world for all

We are currently looking to fill a full-time, permanent position for a Gatekeeper in our Production Department at our Leamington ON Farms facility.

What You'll Do:

• Maintain accurate and timely data entry for all production orders.
• Collaborate with Line Leads, Allocation Coordinator, Inventory Control Clerk, and Warehouse Supervisor to ensure alignment on the daily production schedule, including label requirements, case quantities, and shipping times.
• Identify and record lot numbers for dry goods to consume accordingly.
• Ensure #2 and waste products are entered correctly into Business Central.
• Monitor chats, production schedules, and email groups for real-time order changes.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of the cooler and staging areas to ensure all inventoried products are correctly labeled in real time before leaving the production area.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Escalate operational issues and delays to the Warehouse Supervisor as needed.
• Comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.
• This job description highlightsthe main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.

What You Bring:

• Experience with computers, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook preferred.
• Strong understanding of all pack specifications required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and record-keeping.
• Previous experience as a Gatekeeper is an asset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of individuals from various backgrounds and cultures.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, or with tight constantly changing deadlines.
• Spanish is an asset.

What To Expect:

• Fast paced warehouse environment where temperatures can be very hot, humid, moist or cold for most of the year.
• Balance periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the warehouse.
• Collaborate effectively with a diverse team of individuals from various backgrounds and cultures.
• Standard workdays are Monday-Saturday, with additional hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, depending on production schedules.
• Ability to lift and carry items typically ranging from 10-50 kg (22-110 lbs), depending on role requirements.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching to perform tasks.
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We're searching forpassionate, purpose-driven individualswho are eager to make a difference - not just in their day-to-day work, but in the world around them. The right candidate is someone who shares our vision for a kinder, healthier future and lives out values that align with our own.

At Nature Fresh Farms,our GROWS Company Values guide everything we do -from how we collaborate as a team to how we grow as individuals and as a business:

Growing People - We cultivate greatness, every day

Respect and Care - We care for our people and our communities

One Team - We're stronger as one

Win By Challenging - We reimagine what's possible

Serve With Purpose - We make things happen

If you're someone whobelieves in doing meaningful work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is motivated by innovation and impact,you'll feel right at home here.

Why Work With Us?

• A forward-thinking, sustainability-driven company
• Supportive, people-first workplace culture
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and development
• Competitive wages and benefits
• A chance to be part of something bigger than yourself

Ready to Grow With Us?

Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.