Assistant Head Grower

DAN & JERRYS GREENHOUSES)•Harrisonville, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The main responsibility of the Assistant Head Grower is to support the Head Grower in the production of healthy plants. This role is a hands-on position performing as a Grower and supporting the Head Grower in plant growth based on planning, preparation, oversight, and maintenance of greenhouse plant production. The Assistant Head Grower will have direct reports providing day to day instructions to the Growing Team with watering, ferritization, and chemical (mixed, application, & rotation) guidelines and techniques. Safety is a top priority at Dan and Jerry’s Greenhouse, you will take an active leadership role in promoting a safe working culture. We want all employees, customers, and guests to Arrive Safe, Be Safe and Leave Safe.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
4+ years of greenhouse grower or horticulture experience.
Experience working with irrigation systems and manual watering practices preferred.
Pesticide applicator license required or willingness to obtain.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Demonstrated ownership for decisions and actions; facilitates accountability.
Ability to effectively work autonomously while keeping everyone informed.
Fanatical about details and follow through.
Practical, pragmatic, hardworking and committed.

Nice To Haves

college/vocational courses in horticulture/greenhouse Management
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Head Grower by providing day-to-day instructions to the growers in watering techniques (manual & automated), crop treatment, spray crop, fertilizer and pesticide applications.
Test and track water and soil samples.
Monitor soil moisture, plant hydration levels, and crop stress indicators.
Keep Head Grower informed of status of all growing activities.
Mix chemicals & fertilizers for growers, record and report on usage and shortages to Head Grower for ordering.
Make sure tables and floors space are disinfected between crops.
Ensure greenhouses are clean and report safety issues.
Help evaluate and correct any plant spacing issues.
Determine mist schedules based on crop varieties and roots.
Watch over chemicals for propagation.
Supervise and monitor plug growth regulations – set standard schedule and timing.
Work side by side with the growing team to produce plants that meet the specifications.
Assess watering needs, hand water and adjust irrigation systems accordingly to maintain plant health.
Obtain plant measurements and soil measurements to track growth progress.
Proactively scout for bugs and plant pests using sticky cards and crop inspection.
Apply fertilizer and pesticides as needed (with a valid pesticide license).
Train, mentor, and supervise growers.
Other duties as assigned.