JOB SUMMARY
Works with the growing, care and maintenance of the company’s horticultural products that are produced for wholesale or retail sales. Applies technical procedures, timing and metering devices that control frequency, amount and type of nutrient applications; regulate humidity, ventilation, temperature and amount of light; and dispense fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and fungicides. Monitors crop development and the removal of substandard plants to maintain quality standards. CORE EXPECTATIONS Discusses plant growing activities with Head Grower to plan for growing activities that are consistent with planned production schedules. Prepares space required for planned production. Monitors growing conditions and discusses changes in humidity, moisture and temperature and cultivation procedures with head growers to ensure conformance with quality control standards. On a regular basis inspects crop to ascertain conditions such as leaf texture, bloom size and the existence of pests or disease; removing substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality standards. Applies fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides as directed. Assists in the development of growing procedures for new species in product line and new cultivation techniques. Maintains records of growing techniques and production to be used for review to identify trends and to forecast future space needs. May assist in training new employees in growing techniques and activities. Maintains a current knowledge of growing techniques and technologies. Assists the Head Grower and performs other duties as assigned. Other core expectations will be defined by the company. CORE COMPETENCIES Ability to calculate figures amounts, proportions, percentages, and volume in relation to the application of fertilizers, chemicals and water. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to interact with team members, senior support personnel, high level personnel and customers. Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions necessary to identify a wide variety of conditions such as plant diseases, existence of insects, etc. Have the knowledge and ability to identify major plant groups and be aware of their culture and growth traits. Work independently and as part of a team. Planning, organizing and attention to detail. Adaptability and multi‐tasking; experience working in a fast-moving environment. Fosters positive working relationships
KEY ACCOUNTABILITES
Identify the plants and their problems (diseases, pests, and others).
Plan, organize, and/or coordinate activities of workers engaged in propagating, cultivating, and harvesting.
Coordinate biological control department to monitor pest and disease levels.
Supervision of labour, assigning tasks, coaching workers.
Ensure all SOP’s are followed and enforced and ensure strict crop hygiene practices are followed and enforced.
Maintain records on crop growth data (weekly crop report, climate report, production, etc.).
WORKPLACE CONDITIONS
The greenhouse environment can be very hot, humid, moist, or cold for most of the year
The greenhouse environment may have bees, bugs, and pests
Working both independently and with a team
Ability to communicate with all organizational levels is essential