Assist Head Grower with daily greenhouse and nursery production: planting, transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, pest and disease control, environmental control, record-keeping, soil and fertilizer preparation, irrigation and equipment maintenance. Supervise, train, and coordinate greenhouse crew, provide progress updates, evaluate processes, select and move inventory as directed, and act as Head Grower in their absence.
Description
Who is Wilson Farm?
Wilson Farm has been in operation at its present location since 1884. Our customers shop with us for our highly regarded bakery; our grocery selections; our fresh, locally grown produce; our range of delicious prepared foods from our kitchen; our beautiful flowers and plants (many grown on premises); and our courteous and helpful staff. We employ customer-driven individuals that are dedicated to enhancing our warm and inviting farm-fresh shopping experience.
Who are we looking for?
Wilson Farm is hiring an experienced full-time, year-round Assistant Greenhouse Grower to join our Farm Crew and assist our Head Grower in executing various programs and processes throughout the production lifecycle. This position has an hourly rate of pay of $22-$27 based on experience.
Primary Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Head Grower and Greenhouse crew members to provide daily care to greenhouse and nursery plants including planting, transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, controlling insects and disease, ventilating, controlling weeds, and managing plant nutrient levels
- Maintain each greenhouse bay at the appropriate temperature, humidity, and light level
- Record data and maintain records; notify Head Grower of irregularities
- Prepare proper soil amendment mixes and fertilizers as designated by Head Grower
- Perform routine maintenance on and modifications to a variety of greenhouse and nursery equipment; maintain irrigation systems
- Maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition
- Communicate with the Head Grower to review and prioritize daily task lists; oversee and assist Greenhouse crew to ensure accurate and timely task completion by the crew members
- Train new and existing crew members on spacing, pinching, proper watering methods, and fertilizer applications, etc., and communicate any updates or changes to the production method
- Identify and communicate issues related to plant discrepancies, system issues, or process execution to the Head Grower or General Manager promptly
- Provide daily progress updates to the Head Grower, noting any adjustments to task priority
- Review and evaluate various processes, programs, and staffing needs, offering informed recommendations to the Head Grower to improve and optimize the quality and production of products
- Assist in the selection and movement of inventory as needed or directed by management
- Act as Head Grower during their absence
Qualifications
- Associates degree in horticultural sciences or a related field and 0-2 years of industry experience required
- Massachusetts Greenhouse Pesticide License preferred
- Experience in plug production is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Word
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Requirements
- This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; ability to bend, stand and walk for the duration of the shift
- Ability to lift, pull/push up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather
- Flexibility and adaptability as the job may change
- Must be able to identify plants and plant issues (diseases, pests, nutrient requirements, etc.)
- Must be able to plan, organize, direct, control, and/or coordinate activities of crew members
- Strong verbal and analytical skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
Work Schedule
The work schedule for the Assistant Greenhouse Grower will be determined based on the seasonal, operational needs of the facility.
Benefits
- Competitive wages commensurate with experience
- Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson Farm
- 401 (k) plan with employer match
- Paid Time off
- Annual bonus and a 25% employee discount
- Friendly, customer-driven environment
Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E.
Wilson Farm, Inc. Lexington, Massachusetts, USA Office
Lexington, MA, United States
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