Grower

Little Leaf Farms•Mcadoo, PA

About The Position

The Grower maintains and operates water technical systems, monitors processes, and troubleshoots issues to support optimum plant growth. The role monitors greenhouse conditions, prepares and applies fertilizers, distributes biological controls, tracks invasive pests, and inspects greenhouse lines for mechanical or climate problems. The Grower also receives and records fertilizer deliveries, participates in training and production-related meetings, supports other greenhouse functions, and responds to emergencies while on call. The position requires following safe work practices and GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintaining sanitary conditions and product quality, and reporting conditions that could affect food safety, quality, or personnel safety. The Grower may make decisions and perform the Grower’s responsibilities in their absence, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least 3 years of work experience.
Experience using Ridder, Hoogendorn, Priva, or Argus climate computers.
Experience in hydroponic crop production in a controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) operation.
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of botany, physics, chemistry, data analysis, and plant physiology, ranging from basic to advanced, and strong analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft software.
Willingness to perform a wide range of manual labor tasks and ability to lift at least 55 pounds.
Strong attention to detail, ability to learn quickly, adaptability, organizational skills, and a systems-thinking approach to problem solving.
Good communication skills, stress management, and accountability.
Experience serving in a leadership capacity and ability to communicate knowledge and teach new skills to people with varied learning styles.
Responsible and reliable team player with a positive attitude, maturity, and strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Experience in leafy greens production.
Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, plant sciences, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor greenhouse temperature, humidity, and water chemistry, and implement solutions in coordination with the Head Grower.
Mix fertilizer according to specific formulas for each mixture.
Apply fertilizer to plants according to the growing schedule.
Distribute biological controls weekly using approved methods for each species.
Count and track invasive greenhouse pests, record findings in the appropriate spreadsheet, share information with the growing team, and discuss solutions.
Conduct daily inspections of greenhouse lines for mechanical and climate issues.
Receive and store ordered fertilizer and maintain proper records.
Be on call and respond to emergency situations.
Participate in trainings as needed.
Participate in growers’, food safety, and production alignment meetings.
Assist with other greenhouse functions as time permits.
Follow safe work practices and GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure product quality.
Report conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere through constructive communication and interactions with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
Make decisions and perform the Grower’s job responsibilities in their absence, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.