Greenhouse Manager: Horticulture, Training & Events

Teens Grow Greens; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Simple IRA

Paid holidays

Job summary

Teens Grow Greens seeks a Greenhouse Manager in Milwaukee to lead plant production, inventory control, and community events. This role blends horticulture, retail, and management, including coaching apprentices in plant care, customer service, and POS use.

Responsibilities cover event planning, plant care, maintenance, and customer service, with emphasis on operational excellence and staff development. The position requires weekend shifts and physical work in outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of horticulture experience in a retail setting
• Associate’s degree or equivalent in horticulture
• 3–5 years of management experience
• Proficient with Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Drive)
• Experience with power tools and ladder use
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift 35 pounds
• Valid driver’s license for deliveries or off-site work
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and varying hours

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and facilitate community events (about 5% of time)
• Manage plant production, care, inventory, and labeling; maintain planting records
• Oversee maintenance: cleanliness, signage, stocking, and safety
• Deliver outstanding customer service and manage cash handling and POS operations
• Coach and train apprentices in horticulture, plant care, customer service, and POS usage
• Coordinate daily tasks with Greenhouse Director and order supplies as needed
• Oversee local processes and event preparations; log tasks and report defects
• Lead all-staff activities and meetings and support ongoing horticulture training

Skills

Horticulture

Retail management

Google Suite

Power tools

Ladder safety

Customer service

Cash handling

Driving/Delivery

Education

Associate degree in horticulture

Tools

POS system

Job description

Teens Grow Greens seeks a Greenhouse Manager in Milwaukee to lead plant production, inventory control, and community events. This role blends horticulture, retail, and management, including coaching apprentices in plant care, customer service, and POS use.

Responsibilities cover event planning, plant care, maintenance, and customer service, with emphasis on operational excellence and staff development. The position requires weekend shifts and physical work in outdoor conditions.