Greenhouse Section Lead – Grower II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401K retirement plan options

Job summary

Smith Gardens Inc. in Bellingham, WA, seeks a Section Grower 2 to lead a small team and manage technical crops across locations. You will oversee irrigation, IPM, sanitation, and staff development, ensuring crop quality and timely production.

This role emphasizes safety, training, and accurate record-keeping. The ideal candidate has a horticulture background, 3+ years of supervisory experience, and a pesticide license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of crops requiring specialized practices (lighting, shading, irrigation, feeding).
• Experience applying fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides, and other crop protectants.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of up to 5 employees with training and supervision.
• Manage technical crops/locations with specialized cultural practices.
• Oversee environmental control and IPM strategies.
• Maintain Crop Library, crop rotations, and fertilization plans.
• Monitor water management systems and adjust environmental targets.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance, including WPS training.
• Maintain inventory records and contribute to policy enforcement.

Skills

Team leadership

Water management

Communication

Safety culture

Problem solving

Training staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture

3+ years supervisory experience

Pesticide applicator license

Crop production knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith Gardens Inc. in Bellingham, WA, seeks a Section Grower 2 to lead a small team and manage technical crops across locations. You will oversee irrigation, IPM, sanitation, and staff development, ensuring crop quality and timely production.

This role emphasizes safety, training, and accurate record-keeping. The ideal candidate has a horticulture background, 3+ years of supervisory experience, and a pesticide license.