Assistant Grower Operator

Costa Farms•Trenton, SC

About The Position

As an Assistant Grower, you will learn the art of growing alongside some the best growers while developing your leadership and teamwork skills in our personal development program. No experience is needed; just the attitude to learn because at Costa Farms, we don't just grow plants, we grow people. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, Work Environment: The role involves utilizing standard office equipment, such as computers, monitors, keyboards, mice, telephones, and other essential digital tools required for daily tasks. This position is primarily outdoors but may require occasional indoor work between locations for administrative tasks. Indoor duties may involve using computers and standard office equipment. Ability to work outdoors in fluctuating weather conditions, including exposure to sunlight, rain, wind, and temperature changes (hot, cold, rainy, windy). Tasks often involve manual labor or physical effort.

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to employees.
Problem solving/Root cause analysis: able to identify problems, report them to the supervisor and recommend corrective actions. Able to actively anticipate in the problem solving solving(i.e. 5 why's, fishbone, etc.,)
Critical/strategic thinking ability
Effective time management skills to complete tasks within deadlines and maintain productivity.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
Experience with performance management or managing KPIs (key performance indicators).
Results-oriented
Change Management: Leads and supports change initiatives by developing or advocating new processes or systems.
Innovative

Benefits

Company 401(k) with employer matching contributions
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care
Telehealth - Medical and Mental Health Care
Medical Insurance
GAP Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
Legal/ID Theft Protection plans
Professional development opportunities
Challenging and exciting work environment
Costa Farms Scholarship
Employee discounts on plants
On-site gym with showers
A subsidized on-site cafeteria, a designated quiet room, and indoor recreational activities are provided.
Love Where You Work activities throughout the year