The Opportunity
DeVry Greenhouses is seeking a Team Leader to join our production team and help drive operational success in our greenhouse facilities. Based at our Chilliwack and Langley locations, this is a hands-on leadership role responsible for guiding daily production activities, supporting team members, and ensuring greenhouse tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
DeVry Overview
At DeVry Greenhouses, we are passionate about cultivating excellence - in our plants, our people, and our practices. As a family - owned greenhouse and nursery operation, we pride ourselves on delivering high quality plants, fostering teamwork, and creating an environment where our employees can grow and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Daily Production Leadership: Lead and support team members in planting, spacing, trimming, moving and cleanup activities to meet production goals.
- Safety Oversight: Ensure adherence to DeVry's safety protocols, including proper PPE use, lockout/tagout procedures, emergency readiness, and hazard reporting. Foster a proactive safety culture by leading as an example.
- Training & Coaching: Assist with onboarding and coaching of new and seasonal staff, ensuring proper techniques and performance consistency.
- Work Coordination: Partner with supervisors to organize daily tasks, monitor workflows, and identify potential slowdowns or material shortages.
- Accountability & Reporting: Track team attendance, efficiency, and quality. Communicate daily updates, challenges and successes directly to the Operations Manager.
- Team Culture: Promote respect, teamwork, and DeVry's core values. Help resolve conflicts maintain a productive, inclusive floor environment.
- General Support: Collaborate with other department (shipping, planning, maintenance) to ensure operational success. Be adaptable to shifting priorities, especially during peak seasons.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in greenhouse or nursery production.
- Demonstrated leadership skills or potential.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically active environment.
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Dependable, proactive, and committed to DeVry's values.
Working Conditions
- Physically active role (standing, lifting, repetitive motions)
- Greenhouse environment variable humidity and temperature.
- Flexibility for extended hours during peak production seasons.
Performance & Growth
- Bi-annual performance reviews: January and August reflections with self-evaluation, goal setting and wage review discussions.
- Opportunities for career development and growth within DeVry Greenhouses.
Total Rewards
- We offer a competitive compensation package ($23-$25 an hour) based on experience and expertise.
- Extended Health and Dental benefits.
- RRSP matching program.
- Seasonal Plant Allowance.
- Annual wage review in January; performance reviews conducted twice per year (January & August).
Why join Us?
- Work with a family-owned company committed to quality and innovation.
- Lead a team that plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality plants across Western Canada.
- Be part of a collaborative culture that that values safety, respect, and teamwork.
How to Apply
If you are ready to lead people by example and contribute to the success of one of the BC's leading greenhouse operations, we want to hear from you!
