Harvesting Labourer

White Cap Mushroom Farm Ltd.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mushroom farming is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This full-time role involves hands-on tasks such as harvesting, sorting, and packaging mushrooms, along with maintaining clean work environments. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced setting and be prepared for physically demanding work. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and learn in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience required; training provided.
• Ability to handle physically demanding workloads.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks such as harvesting, sorting, and packaging mushrooms.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and tools.

Skills

Hand harvesting

Sorting and packaging

Manual dexterity

Ability to work under pressure

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Business and Work Address: 38061 Atkinson Road, Abbotsford, BCV3G 2G6
Terms of Employment: Full-time / Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
No of Positions: 16

Wage: $ 17.48- $19.48 per hour (Depending on experience)

Job Description:

• Perform tasks such as hand harvesting, picking, sorting, packaging, and weighing mushrooms.
• Loading/ unloading farm produce and supplies for transport.
• Cleaning and preparing mushroom beds for the next growth of mushrooms.
• General clean-up of growing, producing, work areas and clean up racks, trays, harvest bins, etc.
• Sanitizing picking tools and working areas.

Skills Requirements

Education: No formal education required.
Experience: No formal experience required; successful candidates will be trained in job duties.
Language: No formal language requirement.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Ability to work:
  • Under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Long hours with repetitive tasks.
  • In various environments: cold, damp, dust.
  • At a high-level height.
• Ability to:
  • Handle heavy workloads, which can be physically demanding.
  • Distinguish between colors, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
  • Bend, couch, stand and kneel for long extended periods.