Lead Grower & Nursery Production Manager

MNI Direct; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MNI Direct in Northern Kentucky seeks a seasoned General Manager for nursery operations. You will lead production teams, develop budgets, and ensure safety and efficiency across the plant, with accountability for performance and quality standards.

You'll manage long-term development, coordinate with departments, and build a strong team culture. A Bachelor's in Horticulture and 10+ years of nursery management are required; bilingual EN/ES is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture is required.
• Minimum 10 years in nursery management.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, supervision, and training for operations team.
• Maximize production efficiency and manage plant loss within budget.
• Develop and execute production plans for potting, growing, maintenance.
• Manage production teams and ensure safety and policy compliance.
• Maintain inventory and provide information to operations, sales, plant health, propagation and other departments.
• Prepare budgets and manage expenses within approved tolerances.
• Act as successor to General Manager when needed.
• Build industry and academic contacts to support plant development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Bilingual EN/ES

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Horticulture

Job description

MNI Direct in Northern Kentucky seeks a seasoned General Manager for nursery operations. You will lead production teams, develop budgets, and ensure safety and efficiency across the plant, with accountability for performance and quality standards.

You'll manage long-term development, coordinate with departments, and build a strong team culture. A Bachelor's in Horticulture and 10+ years of nursery management are required; bilingual EN/ES is preferred.