Garden Center Production Leader

Applewood Nursery; Forest Lake (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Applewood Nursery in Minnesota is seeking a Garden Center Production Lead to supervise the production team, ensure healthy plants, and deliver excellent customer service. The role emphasizes production over sales and reports to the Garden Center Retail Manager, with a full-time schedule exceeding 40 hours per week and seasonal overtime.

The ideal candidate has extensive leadership experience in the green industry, strong communication skills, and the ability to train staff while maintaining high

Qualifications

• 5+ years leadership experience with diverse teams.
• 5+ years in the green industry managing plants.
• Experience training employees.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and attention to detail.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Garden Center Production team; provide training and feedback.
• Routinely check for pests, diseases and nutrient issues in plant stock.
• Manage irrigation setup.
• Manage weed control on grounds and inventory.
• Work with HR to hire and review staff.
• Communicate expectations and enforce policies.
• Direct planting for spring and oversee setup of sales area.
• Maintain appearance and care of stock; water and prune as needed.
• Report stock availability to the retail manager.
• Organize tools and supplies in your area.
• Provide customer service to assist with plant selection.
• Assist in loading/unloading landscape materials and pulling orders.
• Assist in merchandising displays.
• Stay positive with customers and coworkers.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Green industry experience

Training employees

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Decision making

Weather endurance

Job description

Applewood Nursery in Minnesota is seeking a Garden Center Production Lead to supervise the production team, ensure healthy plants, and deliver excellent customer service. The role emphasizes production over sales and reports to the Garden Center Retail Manager, with a full-time schedule exceeding 40 hours per week and seasonal overtime.

The ideal candidate has extensive leadership experience in the green industry, strong communication skills, and the ability to train staff while maintaining high