Greenhouse Nursery Manager

Speedling•Ruskin, FL

About The Position

Speedling is seeking a Greenhouse Nursery Manager to analyze, evaluate, and plan day-to-day facility operations. The manager will organize and direct activities to produce horticultural transplants with consistent quality, meet customer expectations, and maximize margin and profit. The role works closely with the East Coast Division Manager and the CEO, as well as Sales, Customer Service, and Logistics teams. The manager oversees nursery operations, labor, staffing and development, growing resources, maintenance, expenses, financial performance, spray programs, purchasing, safety, and regulatory compliance. Work hours may change to meet business needs, and nights and/or weekends may be required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience managing in the greenhouse industry.
Understanding of the complexities and challenges of greenhouse operations.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft suites.
Willingness to work nights and/or weekends as needed; hours may change based on business needs.

Responsibilities

Manage nursery operations to maintain high customer satisfaction and profitability.
Oversee labor management to support efficiency while meeting customer expectations.
Hire, mentor, train, and develop direct reports and their direct reports.
Work with Sales and Customer Service to provide technical support as needed.
Manage greenhouse and outdoor growing areas to maximize production, minimize environmental impacts, and mitigate company exposure and liability.
Evaluate processes and performance indicators, and identify actions to improve or correct performance relative to company goals.
Coordinate with Customer Service and Logistics to plan and communicate effectively in support of customer expectations and company goals.
Oversee and advise on repairs and maintenance projects.
Manage expenses, including the capital expenditure plan, and oversee renovations and additions.
Analyze and evaluate financials to ensure budget goals are met.
Oversee spray programs and submit monthly use reports to the county.
Oversee purchases of raw materials and farm expenses.
Ensure the Injury Illness Prevention Program is current with company-wide policies and procedures and followed by employees.
Maintain safety programs and other regulatory-compliance requirements.