Hydroponics Team Leader: Grow Skills & Produce

Charles-Lea-Center; Lawson (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Lea Center, through the Simplea Produce program, seeks a Team Leader to supervise and train team members in hydroponic greenhouse operations, ensuring high-quality produce and adherence to safety standards. The role focuses on teaching vocational skills, safety, and professional growth while supporting individuals with disabilities in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating crop production, maintaining equipment and documentation, and delivering excellent customer

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability and willingness to transport individuals served in Charles Lea Center vehicles.
• Basic computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to accurately use measurements and follow directions for greenhouse chemicals and nutrient management.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach, and support team members in greenhouse operations and vocational skills.
• Provide supervision and guidance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Model proper work habits, safety procedures, and job expectations.
• Promote independence, personal growth, and vocational development.
• Monitor performance and assist team members in achieving training objectives.
• Ensure individuals receiving services are safe, supported, and adequately supervised at all times.
• Maintain documentation related to attendance, accountability, training progress, and program requirements.
• Perform and teach all aspects of hydroponic crop production, including seeding, planting, transplanting, crop maintenance, pruning, harvesting, packing and distribution.
• Monitor environmental controls, nutrient levels, pH, and EC levels.
• Maintain greenhouse cleanliness and organization.
• Monitor crops for pests, disease, and overall plant health.
• Assist with crop planning and production scheduling to maximize yield and meet customer demand.
• Train team members on food safety, sanitation, and GAP.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of food safety programs.
• Ensure required logs and documentation are completed accurately and timely.
• Maintain high-quality standards for all produce and customer orders.
• Safely operate company vehicles, transport team members, products, equipment, and supplies, and support farmers market operations.
• Deliver products to customers and build positive customer relationships.

Skills

Team leadership

Training

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Charles Lea Center, through the Simplea Produce program, seeks a Team Leader to supervise and train team members in hydroponic greenhouse operations, ensuring high-quality produce and adherence to safety standards. The role focuses on teaching vocational skills, safety, and professional growth while supporting individuals with disabilities in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating crop production, maintaining equipment and documentation, and delivering excellent customer