Seedling Propagation & Wash-Pack Manager

North Point Community Farm; City of Plattsburgh (NY); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

North Point Community Farm is seeking a full-time propagation house and wash & pack manager to oversee seedling production and post-harvest packing. The role starts with early-season hours in March and April, and becomes full-time in May.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of farming experience and a passion for systems efficiency. You will manage seeding, thinning, watering, and supply coordination, while maintaining organized seed and tray systems.

Formación

• 3–5 years of farming experience.
• Must be willing to work from April to December.
• Knowledge of all vegetables, growth habits, and quality-focused.
• Attention to systems and efficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Execute seeding schedule as provided.
• Execute thinning, weeding, potting up as needed.
• Daily watering and venting on scheduled days.
• Purchase or request supplies (sharpies, popsicle sticks, vermiculite, trays).
• Keep seeds organized, properly stored, and notify of shortages.
• Keep seedlings organized by tray size, seeding date, variety, etc.
• Monitor and report pest or disease issues.
• Move plants to hardening off area at appropriate growth stage.
• Coordinate with transplant lead about seedling readiness.

Conocimientos

Seedling production

Seeding schedule

Pest management

Crop organization

Team leadership

Descripción del empleo

North Point Community Farm is seeking a full-time propagation house and wash & pack manager to oversee seedling production and post-harvest packing. The role starts with early-season hours in March and April, and becomes full-time in May.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of farming experience and a passion for systems efficiency. You will manage seeding, thinning, watering, and supply coordination, while maintaining organized seed and tray systems.