General labourer – farm

Froese Vegetables Inc., based in Vienna, ON N0J 1Z0, is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of General labourer – farm who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The selected candidate will be required to start work as soon as possible. The open positions pertain to Seasonal employment or Full-time jobs. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Weekend, Flexible Hours, To Be Determined, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Froese Vegetables Inc.
Position: General labourer – farm
No. of vacancies: 60
Salary: $17.23 hourly / 30 to 75 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full-time
Location: Vienna, ON N0J 1Z0

Also hiring: Food service supervisor

Job Description

The candidate must apply the technique of hoeing between the rows.
The candidate will be responsible for grading vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch a high price in the market.
The candidate must harvest vegetables by hand.
The candidate must pack fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
The candidate must load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, farm produce, livestock, and poultry.
The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
The candidate must detect disease and health issues in crops, livestock, and poultry.
The candidate must inspect the product for quality and ensure it is ready for the market.
The candidate must remove filled containers from the conveyors.
The candidate will be responsible for feeding and unloading processing machines.
The candidate must clean and maintain equipment.
The candidate must assist process control and machine operators in performing their duties.
The candidate must transport raw materials, finished goods, and packaging materials.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in the English language.
There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
The employer will provide training to the selected candidate.
The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Work site environment

Farm operations include a combination of fruit and vegetable farming, miscellaneous crop farming, and other vegetable and melon farming (excluding potatoes).
The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
The candidate must be able to work in various conditions, including wet, damp, dusty, hot, cold and refrigerated environments.
The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.

Work setting

The candidate should be willing to work in a rural area, where most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.
The candidate should work from a remote location, which is the practice of employees performing their jobs from a location other than a central office operated by the employer.
The candidate should be able to work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

The crops are bell peppers, cucumbers, and vegetables.

Equipment and machinery experience

The candidate must have experience operating farm trucks, tractors, and lift trucks.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
The candidate must finish the work within the given timeline.
The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in positions that require bending, crouching, and kneeling.
The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in a sitting position.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in various positions, including those that require sitting, standing, and walking, as well as those that involve physical activity.
The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

In person

56618 Calton Line, RR1
Vienna, ON
N0J 1Z0
Between 08:00 a.m. and 04:00 p.m.