Job Description
Administrative Assistant
Status: Full Time, Permanent
Hours/Shift: 8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Wage: $20/hr
Whole Leaf, part of the Star Group of companies, is on a mission to grow Canada’s best-tasting and most sustainable lettuce, 365 days a year. Our 12-acre greenhouse facility near Coaldale, Alberta, is one of the most technologically advanced lettuce greenhouses on earth, producing Inspired Greens and Inspired Leaves for customers across Canada. Innovations in the use of robotics, integrated pest management, water conservation and automation help make Inspired Greens a clean, healthy and delicious choice. Thanks to customer-favorites products such as our whole-head living lettuce and ready-to-eat cut greens, Whole Leaf’s products are in high demand across the country. Join Whole Leaf and set the bar for Canadian-grown fresh produce.
**The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale and we ask that individuals have reliable transportation to and from work**
Focus
The primary focus of the Administrative Assistant is to provide efficient administrative support to the local leadership team, enabling them to achieve their goals and objectives.
Key Accountabilities:
- Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning, etc.
- Schedule meetings, create meeting agendas, and record meeting minutes
- Answer and direct phone calls and emails
- Organize receipts, fill out expense forms, and perform data entry
- Develop and maintain a filing system
- Provide general support to visitors
- Process mail and courier services
- Other tasks as assigned/necessary
Key Attributes and Skills
- Proficient user of MS Office and comfortable learning new software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Proactive and able to anticipate needs
- Attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
Education and Experience:
- High school or equivalent
- Relevant post-secondary education is considered an asset
- One year of prior administrative experience
Working Conditions
- Hours may be irregular and in excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
- Work outside ordinary office hours (including weekends and holidays) may be required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in hot and humid climates found in greenhouses.
- Standing and walking for two to three hours in a row
- Lifting up to 50lbs
- Climb ladders and stairs regularly throughout the day
- Crouching and kneeling
About the Star Group
We love fresh produce! The Star Group operates in every facet of the produce industry, growing fruits and vegetables in our Canadian greenhouses, partnering with growers across Canada and importing the best and freshest from around the world. Our brands are Just Picked, Big Taste and Inspired Greens, and we believe our products are raising the bar for Canadian produce. If you embody our values of Passion, Persistence and Teamwork and would like to be part of the future of food in Canada, we would love to meet you!
We invite you to visit our website to obtain more information about our companies, divisions, brands and products – www.starproduce.com
Why Us?
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Positive and fun work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Be part of an exciting industry!
How to Apply
Please submit your resume (in PDF Form) in confidence. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale. Do you have reliable transportation to get you to and from work?
- Are you capable of working in a hot and humid environment for up to 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
- MS Office: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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