laborer

shift leader

grower

crew leader

intern

Metrolina Greenhouses

The bonus incentives were enough to draw me in at first, but I had NO idea just how physically demanding and exhausting that job would be, especially w/ the nasty heat and humidity throughout all the greenhouse areas—atleast they give everyone a water jug to have with them throughout the day.  
Near the end of my time there, I hurt my back while on duty but was denied my worker’s comp claim with no explanation why but yet still forced to be on “light duty”(it wasn’t) and was treated very rudely and disrespected by the crew leader. Reaching out to HR actually worsened the situation, again feeling belittled and gained up on and finally leaving in tears. 
A day or two later, I was “let go”, just “because,” again no explanation. It may sound paranoid but the entire situation was just shady, extremely unprofessional, and in hindsight probably pretty illegal in several ways—honestly, if I weren’t so completely frustrated and wanting to avoid more drama, I definitely should have taken my boyfriend’s advice at the time and filed a suit against them. Who knows how many other former employees they’ve bullied and harassed, or simply cheated out of comp claims. With a constant rotation of hundreds of temp employees, they have absolutely no care or loyalty whatsoever to their workers...Run!!

I worked at Metrolina and consistently felt overworked and underpaid for the amount of responsibility placed on employees. The workload was physically and mentally exhausting, with long hours, constant pressure, and expectations that often went far beyond the compensation provided. Staffing issues frequently caused employees to take on multiple roles at once, making it difficult to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Despite showing dedication, reliability, and willingness to help wherever needed, the pay did not reflect the level of effort, skill, or stress involved in the job. Management expectations remained high, but employee support and appreciation felt limited. The environment could become draining over time, especially when productivity was prioritized more than employee well-being. While the experience helped build resilience and work ethic, it also highlighted the importance of fair compensation, adequate staffing, and a healthier workplace culture where employees feel valued for the work they contribute every day.

First you have to walk a great distance from the parking lot to the time clock. (4 min walk)
Then from the time clock to your locker.. Wherever it maybe located. (1 to 2 min walk)
Then to your site location. (3 to 4 minute walk)
Thats for the beginning of your shift.

You'll get a 20 min break which is more like a 10 min break. Might as well not leave your sight location. 

An that 45 minute lunch break. Is a joke if you plan on going to the food truck. You'll have to wait in line on your feet for about 15-20 mins. So it would be best if you bought your own lunch. That way you can rest longer. Cause you are going to need that rest in order to make it thru the rest of the shift.


If a machine breaks. Pick up a broom an sweep. Don't rest your feet because theres no time for that and they don't approve of standing around. 
So you have to work, work, work all busy bodies. 

Don't ever be late it will be frowned upon.
Put your phone in the locker
And mind your business
Cause everybody in there wants your job.
So watch your back

The jobs here aren’t to hard though they can be physically requiring at times. I’ve worked here for 2 years and was a crew leader for 6 months. I’ve had good relationships with most people here and haven’t had many issues. There are a few in management or in crew leading positions that I wouldn’t fully trust or out right dislike but I’ve always tried to stay friendly. However, always be cautious of those you trust or share information to. Some people will use it against you and some will help. Overall the people can be enjoyable as long as you do your share of work and don’t come at other people and the job itself isn’t bad or really that hard. Hours vary as it is a seasonal job but you’ll always make at least 38 hours during slow times.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Working with the flowers, everyone and being outdoors all the time. Great company to work for. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Learn as you on this job. But it is fun and you don't even know you are learning until you realize what you just done. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Awesome . You get to work outside a lot. Enjoy the sun. If you don't like the heat and can't do the sun then this isn't the job for you. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
It depends on the weather. If it's sunny then we have to usually have to be out in the heat all day but if it's raining then we still have to get the work done just get to step in if it starts really raining heavy for a minute.

I wanted a job BADLY! I fell into this,one very quickly hired, and I wanted part-time. So that's what they said they would start me at. The first week I worked 50hrs. Mandatory! Or I would be give points on every occasion that I refused,so I didn't ! 12,points is termination. Very hard work inside/no AC.  Outside in the sun no matter the temperature. 100%days no matter what you worked and 😓12hrs,mandatory! Monday,tues,6days,you were off on sat at 2:15am and back to work by 3:55pm on sunday, that was the only time off for the first 4mo.s I was employed and you had to sleep,the whole time to get ready to do another 6days in a row! Horead job, you don't want it unless you can't find anything else. They'll hire you if you pass a drug test. A follow all there rules#

It was hard work in difficult conditions at night.  I found it to be demoralizing to part of a crew where many of my coworkers spend over 50% of their time goofing off, picking the easiest plants to move, and leaving the difficult work to others.  It was disappointing to see some of the most disruptive workers get trained and promoted, while working for low wages and no benefits.   After a year, I'd had enough and moved on.  If I ever go back, and going to try what I learned there.  Like stand around just swinging my arms back and forth when the shift supervisor is out of sight and the rest of the crew is at least making an effort to look like they're working.  I would get paid, uninjured - worst they could do is fire me.

A very great company, fun environment, and great people. The leadership here does very well managing the newer employees. Provides gloves, food truck, and vending machines for reasonable prices. Water is very important and they make sure to remind you every so often to fill it up. Sometimes a bit disorganized, but I guess that comes with almost every job! The only super negative is if you don't get 1st shift, you will be up around 1am at the least or even later for 3rd shift. So, 2nd & 3rd shift might have a hard time balancing Work/Life. Although, 1st shift is the largest shift, number-wise. Much more people in 1st rather than 2nd&3rd. So, for the most part, shouldn't be a major issue!

As I said in the title; if you only speak english, you will surely not fit in well here. Unless you are super quick to pick up Spanish (sadly, I tried but nobody was will to actually help me learn). It's am awesome job, with decent benefits. However, most of not attending the tables are about knee hight (I am 5'7), so you are CONSTANTLY bent over at the waist about 90% 9f your day. Which obviously makes the pay seem a bit low to me since you can & will develop serious body issues very quickly from working here. Best part about the whole job is you only work Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm MOST of them time. If only I was told being a none Spanish speaker would make such a difference, I would have stayed.

Metrolina is an incredibly unique, innovative, and mentally draining place. You will be expected to have little, to no life outside of this work place. the  prioritization for safety here is non- existent. that has always been my main issue. Do not expect to use any bit of your degree if you have one, half the time you are sweeping. The management is by far the worst I have ever experienced within any job I have worked. Apart from being a typical corporate company, there are some fantastic people who work here, and it really is quite cool to see the amount of crops that come out of this place and at the scale they do. just a shame that they treat employees the way they do. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Laborer 16 salaries reported	$15.81 per hour
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Crew leader 23 salaries reported	$21.80 per hour
Intern 1 salary reported	$13.50 per hour

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