Greenhouse Operations Lead – Horticulture & Irrigation

Smith Gardens, Inc; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401K with employer match

Paid holidays

Annual Profit share

Flower/Plant discount program

Paid Time off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Employee events

Job summary

Smith Gardens, Inc. is seeking a supervisory horticulture leader to guide a team of up to five staff in crop production, training, and safety compliance. You will manage crops and greenhouses with specialized cultural practices, using flagging for water management and prioritizing daily tasks.

You will oversee environmental controls, soil/water chemistry, pest management, and pesticide applications; ensure records, labels, and WPS training for diverse staff. Weekend hours may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• Three or more years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of crop production practices including irrigation, lighting, and fertilization.
• Experience applying fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides, and other crop protectants.
• Valid pesticide applicator license to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internal systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of up to 5 employees with training, development, supervision, and direction.
• Manage technical crops or locations with specialized cultural practices.
• Instruct and apply the flagging system for detailed water management, crop-specific rules.
• Assist in creating prioritized daily task lists based on crop needs and weather.
• Maintain Crop Library and crop rotations; monitor irrigation and environmental factors.
• Train staff on fertilizer and chemical application targets and uniformity.
• Oversee environmental controls in greenhouse environments and equipment.
• Monitor water/soil chemistry and report results; suggest corrective actions.
• Schedule and supervise pesticide, fungicide, and growth regulator applications.
• Maintain records, ensure label compliance, and provide WPS training including for Spanish-speaking staff.
• Keep inventory records for equipment and resources; enforce safety policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety culture

Problem solving

Internal customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture

3+ years supervisory experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pesticide license

Job description

Smith Gardens, Inc. is seeking a supervisory horticulture leader to guide a team of up to five staff in crop production, training, and safety compliance. You will manage crops and greenhouses with specialized cultural practices, using flagging for water management and prioritizing daily tasks.

You will oversee environmental controls, soil/water chemistry, pest management, and pesticide applications; ensure records, labels, and WPS training for diverse staff. Weekend hours may occur.