Section Grower 3

Smith Gardens, Inc.; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 39,950 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate PTO accrual

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Company-Paid LTD after one year

Job summary

A leading horticultural firm located in California seeks a skilled individual to oversee crop production and manage a team. Responsibilities include making crop decisions related to irrigation and fertilization, ensuring a safe work environment, and training staff. Ideal candidates should hold an associate's degree in Horticulture or a related field and have experience with various horticultural crops. Competitive salary of $29-$32 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a matching 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of leadership experience preferred.
• Valid pesticide applicator's license required within 60 days.
• Experience with various horticultural crops is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee crop decisions regarding irrigation and fertilization.
• Maintain environment and sanitation in the production area.
• Train and develop team members effectively.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of growth regulator rates

Self-motivated

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in Horticulture or related field

Tools

Injector systems (Anderson / Dosatron)

Job description

Pacific Plug & Liner was founded in October 1999 and is located on the beautiful California Central Coast with a climate ideal for plant and flower production. We have approximately 290,000 sq. ft. dedicated to growing young plants. Pacific Plug & Liner features a state-of-the-art production facility, ensuring consistent and superior quality.

Responsible for overseeing crop decisions (irrigation, fertilization, crop placement…) in coordination with assistant head grower. Assists in maintaining environment and sanitation. Develops team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee indoor production of all indoor crops of 8 acres or 12 acres of field production. This includes seed production, vegetative liners, tissue culture, stock, trials and finished containers.
• Lead a team of 5-10 people, training and developing staff as well as directing activities.
• Maintain safe work environment and promote company policies while leading by example.
• Establish and implement SOPs for key crops.
• Direct irrigation based on a 1-5 water scale.
• Has a clear understanding of soil fertility and pH.
• Scout crops for and identify pests and pathogens.
• Assist IPM in applying pesticides when needed.
• Adjust & maintain misting schedules of propagation areas.
• Maintain crop records in propagation.
• Communicate obstacles to assistant head grower.
• Ability to work extended hours, holidays, and weekends as required.
• Assists AHG in monitoring the greenhouse environment and suggesting changes where needed.
• Oversees county reporting of pesticide use and assists in WPS training plan where needed.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with varying personalities.
• Ability to monitor greenhouse environmental controls to ensure that they are both, correct and functioning correctly.
• Strong knowledge of growth regulator rates on annuals, perennials and tropicals.
• Strong knowledge of injector systems (Anderson / Dosatron) and basic troubleshooting.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize.
• Proficient computer and Microsoft office skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate's level degree or higher in Horticulture or related field preferred, two or more years work experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Two or more years supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• A valid pesticide applicator’s license must be obtained within 60 days of starting this position and kept current.
• Experience with a broad range of horticultural crops including annuals, perennials and tropicals.
• Experience with propagation from seed, vegetative cuttings and tissue culture.
• Experienced in finishing both annuals and perennials for the market.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds in an environment that is often hot.
• Continuously walk, stand, bend, kneel (and remain working below knee-level) as well as reaching overhead, and from side to side for long periods of time.

WAGE RANGE

$29 - $32 per hour

• $17.00 to $18.50
• 21.50 to 23.50

BENEFITS STATEMENT

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days, plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year.

Smith Gardens is in the Top 10 Privately Owned Companies in Whatcom County. Our business is growing, so you can find career opportunities that match your goals and fuel your passion. Plus, we promote from within every chance we get!

Smith Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion,transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. To make this request please email [e-mail]