Operator/General Labour (Seasonal) - Central Ontario FS - Mitchell, ON

FS System; Mitchell; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agriculture is seeking individuals who love working with their hands. The role involves operating equipment, loading materials, and ensuring quality in grain handling. Ideal candidates will have a valid driver's license and be eager to learn and grow in the agricultural business.

Benefits

Health plans

Life Insurance

Disability

RRSP

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Valid driver's license, DZ license an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery, complete general labor duties.
• Load and unload materials, prepare goods for shipment.
• Receive grain, grade by sampling and testing.

Skills

Conversational English

Basic math

Job description

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State: ON

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc, is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

At Central Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products, and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

If you love working with your hands and are interested in agriculture, then we can’t wait to talk to you!

In this role, you will:

• Operate straightforward equipment and/or machinery and complete general labour duties.
• Load and unload containers, materials, and products on trucks or trailers by hand or by forklift truck.
• Transfer goods, organize the products received, and prepare goods for shipment.
• Blend fertilizer.
• Receive grain, grade by sampling, testing, and weighing the product to ensure quality aligns with GROWMARK’s standards.
• Remove snow in winter months.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• A general knowledge and skills required to safely operate straightforward plant equipment and/or machinery.
• A valid driver’s license, with a clean record. DZ license is an asset.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to operate skid steer, loader, and/or bobcat.
• Ability to read maps, bills of lading, follow specific delivery directions and instructions, follow posted safety rules and safe operating procedures to ensure proper techniques are performed; write and make accurate entries in daily driving logs, comprehend simple instructions.
• Conversational English skills.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Desire to grow with the company. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to learn the agricultural business and grow in their career.
• Willingness to work extra hours during the spring planting and fall harvesting seasons.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and people first and foremost.
• We are a company that gives back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources.
• We provide access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• We ensure that employee health and wellness matter to us!

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, Inc., serving local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being — from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type.

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