Production Manager

ROSE OF SHARON NURSERY INC.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Rose of Sharon Nursery, Inc. in Florida is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily nursery operations, drive crop quality, and ensure on-time production schedules and customer commitments.

The ideal candidate will combine horticultural knowledge with strong leadership and operational management experience in high-volume nursery production, and may be bilingual (English/Spanish).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of production management experience in a commercial nursery or greenhouse operation.
• Strong knowledge of ornamental plant production practices and crop scheduling.
• Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze production data and make operational decisions.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of nursery production including propagation, growing, spacing, maintenance, and harvest readiness.
• Develop and execute production plans aligned with sales forecasts and shipping schedules.
• Monitor crop health, quality standards, and growth timelines to ensure market-ready product.
• Lead, train, and supervise production teams and area supervisors.
• Coordinate closely with IPM, logistics, and sales teams to maintain crop performance and availability.
• Optimize labor planning, workflow efficiency, and resource allocation.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and production tracking systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce loss.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Production Planning

Crop Quality

Operational Efficiency

Cross-Department

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field

Job description

Job Title: Production Manager – Nursery Operations

Company: Rose of Sharon Nursery, Inc.

Location: Florida

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Rose of Sharon Nursery, a large-scale foliage plant grower, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily growing operations across our nursery facilities. This role is responsible for driving crop quality, production efficiency, and operational execution while leading teams to meet production schedules and customer commitments.

The ideal candidate combines strong horticultural knowledge with proven leadership and operational management experience in high-volume nursery production.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of nursery production including propagation, growing, spacing, maintenance, and harvest readiness.
• Develop and execute production plans aligned with sales forecasts and shipping schedules.
• Monitor crop health, quality standards, and growth timelines to ensure market-ready product.
• Lead, train, and supervise production teams and area supervisors.
• Coordinate closely with IPM, logistics, and sales teams to maintain crop performance and availability.
• Optimize labor planning, workflow efficiency, and resource allocation.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and production tracking systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce loss.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of production management experience in a commercial nursery or greenhouse operation.
• Strong knowledge of ornamental plant production practices and crop scheduling.
• Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze production data and make operational decisions.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Team Development
• Production Planning & Execution
• Crop Quality Management
• Operational Efficiency
• Communication & Cross-Department Collaboration

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based incentives
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding operation
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment