Assistant Grower Manager Job at Green Circle Growers, Oberlin, OH

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  • Green Circle Growers
  • Oberlin, OH

Job Description

Under the direction of the Grower Manager, the Asst. Grower Manager is responsible for finishing crops on time, to spec and at the correct quantities versus plan. Together with the Grower Manager, this role will directly oversee the Growing staff within a defined section of the company, including personnel development. Key areas of focus include irrigation and fertilization, climate management via Priva, integrated pest management (IPM), development of crop templates, and daily tracking of crops to ensure the team is meeting plan.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Daily monitoring of climate reports via Priva and adjustment of set points as required.
  • Routine monitoring of crop finish times vs. plan, and communication of variances to the Grower Manager, the Inventory/QC team and Sales as required.
  • Ensure adherence to the by week crop strategy where available
  • Ensure adherence to established IPM strategies by crop
  • Lead a team of Growers to ensure that the team meets yield, quality, and quantity targets. Keep staff challenged through regular interaction, recognition, and exposure to different crops and/or areas.
  • Ability to hold direct reports accountable for expected results and to react accordingly when results arent being met (e.g., via coaching, PIPs, and progressive discipline)
  • Drive change through the Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) and constantly assess what is working well and what is not, making changes as needed
  • Report concerns related to plant health, subordinate behavior or employee safety and act as a model for subordinates.
  • Possessions of soft skills, including the ability to communicate thoughtfully and with respect toward others. A positive, flexible attitude and a common-sense approach are essential
  • Ensure that areas are free from weeds and debris, both inside and out

QUALIFICATIONS and education requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree in Horticulture or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on-experience in a commercial greenhouse environment
  • Comprehension of climate strategy (preferably via Priva) and effect on plant performance
  • Comprehension of injectors, booms, irrigation, water treatment, and cooling systems
  • Ability to monitor EC and pH and understand how to correct variances
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to maintain detailed notes related to crops produced. Read and speak English; bilingual in Spanish helpful, but not required
  • Computer skills including Microsoft Office and Priva software
  • Ability to obtain a pesticide applicators license.

PHYSICAL Environment & Requirements:

  • Climate controlled office or home office environment
  • Continuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking
  • Frequently requires sitting, standing, fine dexterity, and handling
  • Occasionally requires walking, climbing stairs, lifting (up to 20lbs), carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, bending, and crouching

Job Tags

Work at office, Home office, Flexible hours,

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