Plant Health Lead: Nursery Production

Bailey Nurseries Inc.; Onarga (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bailey Nurseries, Inc. is seeking a Plant Health Assistant Foreperson at the Larch farm in Illinois to oversee crop health through irrigation, fertility management, PGRs, and pest control.

Reporting to the Plant Health Foreperson, you will monitor crop development, apply crop protection products, coordinate weed and pest management, maintain production records, and ensure safety and organization in a busy nursery environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in horticulture, plant science, agronomy, or related field.
• Equivalent nursery production experience will be considered.
• Commercial pesticide applicator license required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate nursery equipment and vehicles (pickups, tractors, sprayers, ATV).
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to interpret environmental conditions and adjust crop management.
• Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital recordkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor crop development and adjust cultural practices based on environmental conditions.
• Monitor irrigation scheduling to maintain soil moisture and plant health.
• Develop and implement fertility programs and monitor media pH and EC.
• Apply plant growth regulators and crop protection products as needed.
• Scout crops for insects, diseases, weeds, and stress; coordinate pest management timing.
• Maintain accurate production records of irrigation, fertilizer, PGRs, pesticides, and scouting.
• Assist Plant Health Department as needed.

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Horticulture/Plant Science/Agronomy or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bailey Nurseries, Inc. is seeking a Plant Health Assistant Foreperson at the Larch farm in Illinois to oversee crop health through irrigation, fertility management, PGRs, and pest control.

Reporting to the Plant Health Foreperson, you will monitor crop development, apply crop protection products, coordinate weed and pest management, maintain production records, and ensure safety and organization in a busy nursery environment.