Crew Leader (Nights)

Green Circle Growers; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Circle Growers in Oberlin, OH seeks a Crew Leader to coordinate and direct a greenhouse crew across production, maintenance, and shipping preparation. You will lead by example, organize work, ensure accuracy of records, and liaise with management on progress and resources.

You must be reliable, communicate professionally, and be willing to work evenings, holidays and some weekends. Prior supervisory experience and a safety-minded approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead a diverse crew and drive goals.
• Require reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Able to communicate clearly with team and management.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
• Willing to work evenings, holidays and weekends as needed.
• Pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct greenhouse crew on production and maintenance.
• Manage workflow, records and tools for assigned area.
• Act as first point of contact for the crew during the day.
• Provide training and guidance to new and existing crew members.
• Offer feedback to management on performance and progress.
• Coach and motivate employees to improve performance and behavior.
• Escalate concerns to management when needed.
• Collaborate with peers in program design and delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

A Crew Leader coordinates, organizes, directs the activities of and works with a crew consisting of diverse members.
Job Duties

• Responsible for workflow, record keeping and tools/resources for assigned area.
• Works with and directs the work of an assigned team of greenhouse employees (crew) on:
  • Greenhouse production (Plant on moving line, pick up and space plants, hang baskets)
  • Plants maintenance (Prune to maintain good quality of plants)
  • Plant preparation for shipping (pick and box plants)
  • General greenhouse housekeeping and upkeep
• Act as first point of contact for assigned crew throughout the day
• Proactively acts and communicates to ensure smooth operations and effective collaboration within team and other areas.
• Provides effective guidance on how work orders should be read and fulfilled.
• Assists with the training and guidance of new and existing crew members.
• Provides feedback to management on employee performance and progress.
• Coaches and motivates employee to improve performance and or behavior.
• Collaborates with co-workers and partners in program design and delivery.
• Escalates concerns regarding employee or resources issues to management.

May drive electric carts and be required to climb ladders
Requirements

• Able to lead by setting a good example and engaging a team to achieve goals
• Must be reliable; Regular attendance and punctuality is a requirement of this position
• Must be:
  • Approachable; Able to communicate in a friendly, professional and courteous manner
  • Self-motivated and possess strong problem-solving skills
  • Willing to work independently; Have good organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Willing to work evening, holidays and occasional weekends as scheduled by Supervisor/Manager
  • Able to work harmoniously with other employees from a variety of backgrounds
• Must be able to:
  • Stand/walk 8+ hours, bend/squat
  • Lift up to 20 pounds; Up to 50lbs for some jobs
  • Push/pull loaded plant carts weighing up to 200 lbs; 300 lbs. for some jobs
  • Work with small equipment or willing to learn these skills
  • Adhere to safety policies and procedures (safety-conscious)
  • Adapt to changing working conditions
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Minimum one-year experience in greenhouse, nursery operations or horticulture, or related field
• Minimum six-months of crew lead or supervisory experience
• Must be able to speak English; Bilingual in Spanish a plus