Nursery Operations Manager Trainee

gpac; Lancaster (Lancaster County); In loco; USD 75.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Insurance benefits

401(k) plan

Management training

Career advancement

Descrizione del lavoro

gpac LLC. is seeking an experienced horticulture or nursery professional for a Nursery Operations Manager Trainee role. The program trains you in operations, leadership, and personnel management to prepare you for a Nursery Manager position.

Relocation and travel are required during training; the role offers a competitive salary around $75,000 to $85,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits, a 401(k), and long-term career growth within the organization.

Competenze

• 4-5 years of experience in horticulture, nursery operations, plant production, or a related industry.
• Experience in nursery or horticulture sales or alongside a sales team.
• Demonstrated interest in developing into a leadership or management position.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different locations, teams, and operational environments.
• A long-term career mindset with a desire to grow within the organization.

Mansioni

• Participate in an extensive training program covering nursery operations, production, inventory management, and overall nursery management.
• Learn and develop the skills necessary to lead and manage nursery personnel.
• Assist with daily operations, workflow coordination, and production goals.
• Develop an understanding of operational efficiencies, quality control, and best practices.
• Build leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Work alongside experienced management to prepare for future advancement into a Nursery Operations Manager role.

Conoscenze

Horticulture operations

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Adaptability

Relocation willingness

Descrizione del lavoro

Are you an experienced horticulture or nursery professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a motivated, career-oriented Nursery Operations Manager Trainee to join a growing organization in the horticulture and nursery industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in nursery or horticulture operations who aspires to move into a management and leadership position.

The successful candidate will participate in a comprehensive training program designed to develop the operational, personnel management, and leadership skills necessary to eventually oversee nursery operations as a Nursery Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in an extensive training program covering nursery operations, production, inventory management, and overall nursery management.
• Learn and develop the skills necessary to lead and manage nursery personnel.
• Assist with daily operations, workflow coordination, and production goals.
• Develop an understanding of operational efficiencies, quality control, and best practices.
• Build leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Work alongside experienced management to prepare for future advancement into a Nursery Operations Manager role.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• 4-5 years of experience in horticulture, nursery operations, plant production, or a related industry.
• Has experience working in nursery or horticulture sales or alongside a sales team.
• Demonstrated interest in developing into a leadership or management position.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different locations, teams, and operational environments.
• A long-term career mindset with a desire to grow within the organization.

Important Training Requirements

Candidates must be willing to relocate and travel throughout the training program.

Flexibility and a willingness to gain experience in multiple locations are essential requirements for this opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary approximately $75,000-$85,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive insurance benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Structured management training and professional development.
• Long-term career advancement opportunities.

The Opportunity

This position is designed for someone who wants more than just another job. It offers the opportunity to build on an existing horticulture or nursery background, develop valuable management experience, and work toward a long-term leadership career.

If you have a passion for horticulture, experience in nursery operations, and the ambition to become a manager, we would like to hear from you!

Only qualified applicants will be contacted. All conversations are confidential.

For questions about this role or other opportunities in nursery, greenhouse, or agriculture, please call or text [phone] or email: [e-mail]

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.