Harvest Team Lead — Greenhouse Operations

hendriks-greenhouses; Lincoln (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendriks Greenhouses in California seeks a Harvest Supervisor to direct daily harvesting operations for premium floral and tropical plants. You will lead harvesting teams, coordinate with Production Leaders, and ensure accuracy, quality, and timely staging for production.

This role requires 2+ years of supervisory greenhouse experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to work in warm, humid environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field is an asset.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a greenhouse, nursery, or agricultural production setting preferred.
• Experience with plant harvesting processes, including handling, staging, and quality control.
• Comfortable with physically demanding work, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 30 lbs, and working in warm, humid environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct harvesting teams, assigning daily tasks and monitoring progress to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Coordinate with Production Department Leads regarding order timing, crop readiness, and upcoming needs.
• Sort, stage, and label harvested product in designated harvest areas (Driveway Zone02, or as assigned seasonally).
• Ensure correct product and lot numbers are picked, recorded, and handed in on Daily Harvest Sheets to the Materials Coordinator by end of day.
• Work closely with Harvest Team Leads to verify product accuracy and adherence to Hendriks harvesting specifications.
• Organize and prepare incoming harvested products for transfer to Production.
• Provide hands‑on training, guidance, and mentorship to harvesting team members, supporting skill development and consistent quality.
• Attend Production Board meetings to align harvesting priorities with production schedules.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and compliance with Hendriks Greenhouses’ policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team supervision

Harvest coordination

Quality control

Record keeping

Safety compliance

Cross-department collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary in horticulture/agriculture

Job description

Hendriks Greenhouses in California seeks a Harvest Supervisor to direct daily harvesting operations for premium floral and tropical plants. You will lead harvesting teams, coordinate with Production Leaders, and ensure accuracy, quality, and timely staging for production.

This role requires 2+ years of supervisory greenhouse experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to work in warm, humid environments.