Aquatic Plant Production & Propagation Specialist

Central Garden & Pet Company; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Education assistance

Referral program with cash bonus

Access to on-demand pay

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Segrest Inc. seeks an Aquatic Plant Production Specialist to support cultivation, propagation, and production at Gibsonton and Ruskin facilities in Florida.

You will maintain healthy production systems, monitor propagation, manage inventory, and coordinate plant movement from grow-out to pack-out to meet demand. The ideal candidate has interest in aquatic plants and horticulture, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple departments

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of aquatic plant biology, growth requirements, and plant health.
• Ability to identify common aquatic plant species and recognize signs of poor plant health or environmental stress.
• Familiarity with water quality parameters, testing procedures, and aquatic system maintenance.
• Knowledge of aquatic production systems, hydroponics, aquaculture, or greenhouse operations preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including maintaining spreadsheets, tracking inventory, and organizing production data.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and recordkeeping skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and manage daily production activities with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and locations.
• Ability to identify production challenges, troubleshoot issues, and recommend practical solutions.
• Willingness to learn new propagation techniques, production methods, and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, test, and maintain water quality parameters across aquatic plant production systems to support healthy growth.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep of production systems, equipment, and greenhouse areas.
• Plant, establish, cultivate, and maintain aquatic plants to ensure propagule production.
• Propagate aquatic plants using appropriate cultivation and propagation techniques.
• Assess plant health, growth conditions, and production quality; address issues impacting development or availability.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe production environments per procedures.
• Coordinate the transition of aquatic plants from grow-out to pack-out, ensuring timely availability.
• Track and analyze plant growth cycles, propagation rates, production yields, and inventory trends to support planning.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for aquatic plants, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Identify potential shortages or delays and communicate to stakeholders.
• Assist with production forecasting and planning to support sales demand.
• Coordinate activities between Gibsonton and Ruskin facilities to ensure consistent practices.
• Provide timely updates on plant health, inventory, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Aquatic biology

Water quality

Propagule production

Propagation techniques

Inventory management

Cross-department collaboration

Independent work

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Biology, Aquatic Science, Horticulture, Aquaculture, Plant Science, or related field

Equivalent practical experience in aquatic plant cultivation, greenhouse production, aquaculture, hydroponics, or related production environment

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Segrest Inc. seeks an Aquatic Plant Production Specialist to support cultivation, propagation, and production at Gibsonton and Ruskin facilities in Florida.

You will maintain healthy production systems, monitor propagation, manage inventory, and coordinate plant movement from grow-out to pack-out to meet demand. The ideal candidate has interest in aquatic plants and horticulture, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple departments