Gatekeeper

Nature Fresh Farms is a Leamington-based greenhouse company with facilities in Leamington, ON and Delta, OH as well as Laredo, TX. Our company and its innovative, dynamic team are expanding every day, growing new plant varieties, and introducing cutting-edge ideas and practices to the fresh produce industry. However, at Nature Fresh, we don’t just grow plants - we also grow people. Our team is passionate about bringing the highest quality products to consumers, but it is also committed to creating an inspiring, diverse, and team-oriented workplace environment that everyone can enjoy. Nature Fresh Farms is a recognized leader within the greenhouse farming industry - join our team and help us continue to grow

We are currently looking to fill a permanent, full-time position**for a Gatekeeper for our Farms Production Department at our Leamington, ON location.

The Gatekeeper is a highly motivated individual who works closely with the Warehouse Supervisor and the production team. They are responsible for daily activities such as the identification and tagging of all products that make their way through the production lines. They also ensure that proper dry goods usage is tracked for each production run and consumed accordingly. The Gatekeeper is also responsible for accurately collecting and inputting data into Business Central.

**Job Specific Duties**
- Ensure data entry for all production orders are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with Line Leads, Allocation Coordinator, Inventory Clerk, and Warehouse Supervisor to ensure alignment on the daily production schedule. This includes label requirements, case quantities, shipping times, etc.
- Identifying and recording lot numbers for dry goods to consume accordingly.
- Ensuring the collected data on #2 and waste is entered correctly into Business Central.
- Walkthrough cooler/staging area regularly ensuring all inventoried product is labeled correctly and in real time prior to leaving the production area.
- Accurately completing all related documentation and paperwork as required.
- Reporting operational issues or delays to the Warehouse Supervisor in a timely manner.
- Must comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.
- This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.

**Qualifications**
- Experience with computers, specifically Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
- Must have a firm understanding of all pack specifications.
- Reading, writing, oral communication, and effective listening skills are essential job tools.
- Organization and attention to detail is essential.
- Good performance in your previous role is essential.
- Previous experience as a Gatekeeper is an asset.
- Patient, respectful, and able to direct employees effectively
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, or with tight constantly changing deadlines.
- Must be available to work from Monday-Saturday - hours will fluctuate according to the needs of the business.
- Spanish is an asset.

**Working Conditions**
- Working in cool and warm environments.
- Time spent in production area.
- Walking, sitting, and standing throughout the day.
- Team-oriented environment with some independent work.
- Working with a wide array of people and cultures in a team setting.

**Physical Requirements**
- This is an active role; time will be spent in the office and walking within the Warehouse or other phases as required.
- Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

**Salary**
- Based on experience

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