Administrative Assistant

Orchard Park is a family-owned greenhouse operation in the Niagara Region, with locations in St. Catharines and Jordan Station. We employ 60+ employees, both fulltime and seasonal. We are looking for an excellent individual to work closely with our Administrative and Office Teams.

The Administrative Assistant provides support across multiple areas of the organization, including operations, sales, administration, and human resources. This role is designed to be adaptable and hands-on, assisting the office team with a wide range of tasks such as data entry, document preparation, system organization, and general administrative support.

 Key Skills and Qualities:

·         Pleasant, positive, and professional attitude

·         Reliable, flexible, and eager to support business operations where needed

·         Prior administrative experience with a strong willingness to learn

·         High level of integrity, trustworthiness, and respect for confidentiality

·         Self-motivated and results-oriented

·         Ability to follow established processes and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills with an interest in building positive working relationships

·         Open to learning, growth, and skill development

·         Proficient in common computer applications and office systems

Outcome Expectations: Success in this role is driven by a willingness to learn and develop a strong understanding of the organization’s culture, workflows, systems, and operational standards. The Administrative Assistant is expected to grow through hands-on experience and active participation in day-to-day business activities.

Areas of Job Role:

Production Support

·         Help maintain accurate records, documentation, and system data

·         Data entry for the various stages of production

·         Build working knowledge of internal systems and processes through training

Sales Support

·         Maintain and update databases and inventory

·         Assist with tasks such as data entry, customer communication, document preparation, and label making

Human Resources Support

·         Assist with HR-related tasks as needed

·         Support compliance and organizational record-keeping

General Administration

·         Perform general administrative duties as assigned

·         Serve as backup support for team members across departments when required

·         Contribute to efficient office operations through collaboration and organization

·         Strong collaboration with the company team helps to meet timelines, offer the highest quality plant and raise customer service standards.

Our Team Goal
At Orchard Park Growers we work together by excelling in each of our roles and helping in all areas of the business wherever and whenever needed. This brings us together as a team, gives everyone a clear understanding of how our business operates and ensures we have the support we need to be successful.