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Planner Assistant 

Posted on: March 31, 2026

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Ontario Plants (St. Thomas / Glencoe, Ontario)

Reports to: Planning Manager

Company Overview

Ontario Plants is more than a propagation company; we’re shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. As a leader in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) sector, we specialize in producing high-quality starter plants for vegetables and soft fruits, delivering to greenhouse growers across North America. Our state-of-the-art facilities combine advanced technology, strict biosecurity, and year-round production to meet the evolving needs of our customers. We are expanding our soft fruits program, making this an exciting time to join a team committed to growth, quality, and operational excellence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly responsible, detail-oriented, and collaborative individual to support production planning processes. This role assists with planning activities, schedules, and workforce coordination to ensure operations run efficiently and according to plan. The position works closely with the Planning Manager and operational teams to help maintain accurate planning data and support planning activities using labour tracking systems such as Agriware.

The ideal candidate is proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Planning Manager with planning coordination and scheduling activities to support production needs.
  • Support the planning process by reviewing activities, updating dates, and ensuring schedules reflect the most current information.
  • Support planning activities using labour tracking systems such as Agriware.
  • Monitor and follow up on planning-related information received via email from other departments.
  • Track and follow up on scheduled activities to ensure execution aligns with the plan.
  • Assist with inventory tracking and reporting of products.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of daily and weekly labour schedules.
  • Coordinate and book transportation arrangements for personnel.
  • Maintain on-call availability for transportation emergencies.
  • Enter, update, and maintain planning information in company systems.
  • Ensure planning data accuracy and consistency across systems.
  • Communicate and collaborate with Team Leads in a consultative and respectful manner.
  • Support continuous improvement in planning processes and data accuracy.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum 2 years’ of experience in operations, planning support, logistics, or coordination roles.
  • Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent soft skills: communication, teamwork, adaptability, and professionalism.
  • Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.

 

Technical Skills

  • Advanced Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis).
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word).
  • Experience with Agriware, or similar planning technologies.

 

Schedule & Availability

  • Availability to work weekends as required.
  • Work schedule may be either Monday to Saturday or Tuesday to Sunday.
  • Start time between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. depending on operational needs.
  • On-call availability for transportation-related emergencies.

 

Additional Assets

  • Spanish language skills.
  • Experience working in environments with large teams and high-volume operations.


Physical Location / Working Conditions

  • Work location is in a rural area with limited access to public transportation; candidates should have reliable means of transportation.
  • 35 – 55 hours per week, shifts may vary between day and evening.
  • Ability to work long hours and weekends when required, especially during peak seasons.
  • Working in high temperatures.

This role is classified as an agricultural employee / farm employee. For more information on this classification, visit: http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/es/pubs/factsheets/fs_agri.php

 

What We Offer

  • Base salary range: $23–$30 per hour, commensurate with experience.
  • Eligibility for a performance-based annual incentive, subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, plus retirement savings plan.
  • A pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable agriculture.
  • Opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly expanding organization.
  • A dynamic and friendly work environment, with an active social committee organizing events such as sports activities, BBQs, and fun gatherings.

Why Ontario Plants?

Ontario Plants is Canada’s leading young plant propagator, serving major greenhouse vegetable and soft fruit growers across North America. As we expand our production capacity and innovation capabilities, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of propagation and lead groundbreaking work in sustainable agriculture. 

How to Apply

Submit your resume via one of the following methods:

Ontario Plants Propagation Ltd. is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation is available on request for candidates to take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources on 519-637-2119. This job posting is available in alternative formats upon request. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.