Grower (Senior)

Pure Flavor•Rochelle, IL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Grower Pure Flavor® is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers committed to delivering A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities across North America. With a passion for sustainable greenhouse farming, we prioritize quality, flavor, and customer satisfaction. Our strategically located farms enable us to consistently provide fresh, high-quality vegetables. We take pride in our skilled workforce and offer our employees opportunities for career advancement within our dynamic and progressive organization. Job Summary: As a Grower (Senior), you will oversee the planting, cultivation and harvesting of produce commodities and is responsible for maintaining a healthy vibrant crop to ensure a maximum yield. This role is vital to the success of the greenhouse operation by ensuring a high-quality crop of produce is grown to meet company standards and customer expectations.

Requirements

5+ years experience in an elevated grower roll, in a greenhouse environment, with a strong preference for expertise in tomato and vine crop production.
Proficient in calculating and applying precise amounts of plant health products, with a deep understanding of major plant groups, their growth traits, and cultivation requirements.
Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with greenhouse systems, including injectors, electrical conductivity and pH meters, boom systems, and irrigation.
Proven ability to monitor and control environmental conditions, including ventilation, lighting, temperature, and humidity, to optimize plant health and yield.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues related to plant health and greenhouse operations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to train and guide team members effectively.
Fluency in English is required
Availability for on-call duties and overtime, including regular Saturday shifts, as required by the production schedule.
Work in a greenhouse environment with varying temperatures and high humidity.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

proficiency in Spanish is a significant asset.
Familiarity with MS Office and experience with Priva software or similar greenhouse management systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Oversee the full production cycle, including integrated pest management (IPM), climate control, crop maintenance, labor planning, and scheduling.
Collaborate with the Director of Growing Operations to plan and execute growing activities in alignment with production goals.
Prepare greenhouse facilities for new plantings and manage clean-out processes at the end of each crop cycle.
Monitor and adjust greenhouse conditions (humidity, temperature, moisture) to optimize plant growth.
Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides safely and effectively.
Conduct regular inspections to identify and address substandard or diseased plants, maintaining crop quality standards.
Develop and implement new cultivation procedures, techniques, and strategies for existing and new plant species.
Record and analyze production data to refine growing practices and drive continuous improvement.
Research and integrate new technologies and industry best practices.
Lead, train, and mentor junior growers, fostering a culture of learning and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, including GMPs, SOPs, hygiene, health & safety, and food safety standards.
Report any food safety or quality concerns promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned.