Join Our Team

We are growing Everyday!

And we’re looking for the best in the industry to help us continue to grow. The following positions are open at present. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Platinum Produce is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

Greenhouse Labourer

Platinum Produce is hiring Greenhouse Labourers.

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Greenhouse Preparation for new crops: Placing slabs, placing drip hose,
    rolling out plastic/tarp, planting, tying strings, clipping plants.
  • Greenhouse Cleanout: rolling up tarps, removing plants, sweeping, cleaning
    out plant debris, basic maintenance, washing and sanitizing the
    greenhouse.
  • Crop Maintenance: Clipping, twisting, de-leafing, fruit pruning, lowering the
    plants, scout for pest & disease, applying biologicals, spraying, checking
    irrigation, applying fertilizer.
  • Continuous general cleanup inside/outside the greenhouse and warehouse
    and all related areas.
  • Work in compliance of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety,
    Food Safety, HACCP, and all company policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned by management or the company

Workplace conditions and requirements:

  • Work is physically demanding, fast-paced and climates can vary from warm
    to cold.
  • Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time; bending,
    crouching, kneeling.
  • Working at heights or lifting 15-25lbs.
  • Environment can at times be humid.
  • Must be able to distinguish colors.
  • Hours will fluctuate to reflect ongoing needs of production – average 40-60
    hours per week.
  • Must be available Monday-Saturday, flexible availability required. Pending
    production you may be required to work on a holiday.
  • Willing to train. Education is not a requirement.

Wage: $17.95/hr
Job Type: Full Time

To apply, please email your resume by clicking here.

 

Vegetable Packers

    Platinum Produce is hiring Vegetable Packer.

Job Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • Load and unload Product on the Production Line; lifting up to 30lbs
  • Sticker bags, clamshells and produce boxes with appropriate labels
  • Packing produce into clamshells, trays and bags
  • Ensure Quality Specifications Are Maintained, Including Correct • Size • Weight / count • Color & condition • Packaging • Stacking of finished Product
  • Cleaning and sanitizing of Production Line

Job Requirements:

  • No minimum education or experience required , 18 years of age or older
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada
  • Flexibility • Team player • Values and ethics • Reliability
  • Hours fluctuate based on changes in production during the growing season
  • Available to work Monday through Saturday, with flexibility to meet changes in production during the growing season (mid March to December)

Work Environment

  • This job takes place in the warehouse which is kept cool throughout the season
  • Standing/walking for long periods of time is required
  • Able to perform the physical requirements of the job, which may include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, standing, walking, repetitive motion and other job specific requirements.

Tasks may vary from this job description, and other duties may be assigned as this is only a summary of typical job responsibilities.
Only selected candidates will receive a response. Thank you for your interest.

Wage: $17.95/hr
Job Type: Full Time

To apply, please email your resume by clicking here.