Senior Greenhouse Grower

A well-established produce grower/shipper/packer is searching for a Senior Greenhouse Grower to join their team. The Senior Greenhouse Grower oversees the planting, cultivation and harvesting of produce commodities and is responsible for maintaining a healthy vibrant crop to ensure a maximum yield. This role is vital to the success of the greenhouse operation by ensuring a high-quality crop of produce is grown to meet company standards and customer expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Manage all aspects of the production and harvesting process including integrated pest management, climate management, crop maintenance, labor planning and scheduling.

· Participate in planning growing activities that are consistent with production schedule and company standards.

· Prepare the facility and greenhouse operation for new plants.

· Oversee clean out process at the end of a crop cycle.

· Monitor growing conditions and review changes in humidity, moisture, and temperature; monitor cultivation procedures to ensure conformance with quality control standards.

· Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides as needed.

· Inspect crops on a regular basis; remove substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality standards.

· Develop growing procedures for new species in product line and new cultivation techniques.

· Record data on growing techniques and production yields.

· Research and implement continuous improvement concepts, new growing techniques, and technologies.

· Monitor the working environment to ensure that company and statutory hygiene, and health & safety policies and procedures are followed, taking corrective action when necessary.

· Report food safety and quality concerns to appropriate personnel.

· Ensure compliance of all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), SOP’s and company policies and procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in the Ag space, Operations Management, or Business

(preferred)

· Post-secondary education or certification in Horticulture or Agronomy (preferred)

· Seven to ten (7-10) years of senior level operational experience required.

· A minimum of five (5) years senior leadership experience in Greenhouse

operations or food processing environment

· Demonstrated leadership and vision capabilities in managing & mentoring staff

as well as cross functional groups.

· Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety,

HACCP, and the PrimusGFS Program

· Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness, operations, and

project management

· Ability to develop and implement best practices, strategy, and company vision.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style, and the

ability to delegate effectively.

· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with

all employee groups.

· Commitment to high professional ethical standards.

· Excels in a fast-paced, safety-first environment.

Compensation: DOE, Bonus, Medical Benefits, Relocation Assistance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of five (5) years senior leadership experience in Greenhouse operations or food processing environment?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $140,000 - $170,000