Loader Operator
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Highline's Vision and Values:
Passionately nourish people, the environment and the community, through embracing our core values, which include:
We do the right thing, always. We lead the way. We are fanatical about quality. We are transparent in our relationships. We always consider the human element. We embrace diversity and inclusion.
General Duties:
Operates and maintains farm machinery and equipment including, but not limited to Front End Loaders
Ensures daily maintenance of fluid levels and cleaning of equipment
Dips wheat straw bales in recycled water and then stacks them to sit for 6-7 days to heat up and soften the straw
Puts straw through the bale break line
Ensures addition of DPW (chicken manure) and water and then puts the mixture into a Bunker
Responsible for flipping the compost every 3-4 days into another bunker, mixing and adding more water
Washing/cleaning and proper maintenance of all Wharf equipment and premises
Maintains strict hygiene at all times
Operating dump trucks to dispose of stems and spent compost
Driving wagons to move compost to filling rooms, as needed
Performs any other duties that may be assigned as required
Qualifications:
3 years of experience operating a loader is required
Loader or Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate is an asset
Must be eligible to work in Canada
Must be at least 16 years of age
Earnings:
$32.50 per hour
Benefits:
Extended health, vision and dental for associates and their eligible family members
Life insurance and dependent life insurance
Short term disability
Annual safety shoe allowance
Pension matching
Overtime eligible
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Vacancies: 2
Locations of Work:
506 Mersea Rd. 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5 (1)
2646 Division Rd., Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E5 (1)
How to Apply:
Through careers.highlinemushrooms.com,
On Indeed,
In Person at 506 Mersea Rd. 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5
Highline encourages applications from all qualified candidates. When requested, Highline will accommodate people with disabilities at all stages of the recruitment, assessment and hiring process.
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About Highline Mushrooms
Highline Mushrooms is one of North America's leading mushroom growers, proudly producing fresh, organic, and sustainably grown mushrooms. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, driving innovation, quality, and a more sustainable future. Join a team where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact.