Planting Line Leader

DeVry Greenhouses is a wholesale supplier of bedding plants and nursery trees. If you work here, you get to supply beautiful plants to customers and major retailers across North AmericaAt DeVry Greenhouses, we combine generations of greenhouse expertise with a forward-looking approach to sustainability and people practices. Based in Chilliwack, BC, we’re committed to growing responsibly—both our plants and our teams—through safe work, continuous improvement, and a culture built on respect. The OpportunityThis role helps lead a planting line during peak production and supports Team Leaders with day-to-day crew coordination across the greenhouse. You'll keep the line running smoothly by helping staff stay on pace, following quality and safety standards, and supporting onboarding and on-the-floor training. You're expected to step into hands-on planting and general greenhouse tasks as needed to keep production moving. DeVry OverviewDeVry Greenhouses is family-owned and operated leader in the horticulture industry, proudly supplying top North American retailers for over 34 years. With operations in BC and Alberta, we are committed to quality, service, and supply reliability, helping our customers grow while cultivating a supportive, team-oriented workplace. Core ResponsibilitiesPlanting Line Leadership Lead your planting line to hit hourly and daily output targets. Assign tasks, set the pace, and keep the crew on track. Check quality continuously (tray counts, depth, spacing, accuracy). Adjust workflow when bottlenecks appear.  Train new or rotating staff on the line.  Communicate issues or labour needs to the Team Leaders.  Greenhouse Crew Support Assist Team Leaders in running crews across tasks such as spacing, consolidating, trimming, potting, and cleaning.  Help direct workers and keep them on pace.  Reinforce instructions and clarify tasks. Support training of new hires or temporary workers.  Step into hands-on work when needed to keep crews moving.  Act as the extra set of eyes and hands for Team Leaders during busy days.  Workflow & Standards Ensure workers are following safety protocols and using tools/equipment properly.  Monitor quality and flag issues early.  Help keep work areas tidy, safe, and efficient.  Communicate clearly and consistently with Team Leaders and the Operations Manager.  Qualifications Experience in greenhouse, production, or similar fast-paced labour environment.  Comfortable giving direction to small groups and supporting a team leader.  Strong communication skills - straightforward, clear, consistent.  Able to stay focused, organized, and steady under pressure.  Physically capable of full-shift labour work.  Reliable attendance and willingness to step into varied tasks.  Who Thrives in This Role Someone who leads by example Someone who can support a Team Leader without ego. Someone who sees what needs doing and does it without waiting to be asked.  Someone who wants to grow into bigger leadership role over time.  Schedule & Compensation Full-time, year-round with peak season intensity.  Hourly rate based on experience.  Opportunities for advancement to Team Leader roles.