Assistant Grower

GREEN CIRCLE GROWERS INC • Oberlin, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Grower and Grower Manager, the Assistant Grower is responsible for ensuring that crops are delivered on time, at or above the planned quantity, and according to internal specifications. The position requires a detail-oriented approach to ensure that a variety of crops develop per existing best practices. Among other duties, the Assistant Grower will determine irrigation needs, analyze media, scout for insects and disease, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Horticulture major or other related field or relevant experience required
• Strong technological skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule including some weekends
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work independently and as a team in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Continuously requires ability to follow verbal and/or written direction
• Frequently requires walking, lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling (up to 200lbs), bending, and crouching
• May require ability to operate machinery, drive vehicles (truck, car, van, tug, forklift) or use equipment such as hand tools, computers, or general business equipment

Nice To Haves

• CDL license or tug/forklift certification may be required

Responsibilities

• Perform essential plant care tasks including irrigation, fertilization, EC/pH checks, and pest/disease identification to support plant growth and scheduling
• Navigate and utilize Priva environmental control software and communicate any variances or concerns promptly
• Report any issues related to plant health or crop performance in a timely and accurate manner
• Apply core Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles including hands on scouting, trap placement, beneficial insect distribution, and chemical application as directed by the Grower or Grower Manager
• Apply flexibility, sound judgment, and practical problem solving skills in day to day tasks
• Maintain a clean and organized work area through hands on tasks and by supporting processes that promote overall organization
• All other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level