Head Grower

Full Time

New Jersey

JOB SUMMARY

The Head Grower manages and leads staff of growers, assistant growers, quality control staff, and internal transport staff engaged in the growing, care and maintenance of the company’s horticultural products that are produced for wholesale or retail sales.

Directs the application of technical procedures, timing and metering devices that control frequency, amount and type of nutrient applications; regulate humidity, ventilation, temperature and amount of light; and dispense fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and fungicides. Monitors crop development and the removal of substandard plants to maintain quality standards.

Core Expectations

Discusses plant growing activities with management personnel to plan for growing activities that are consistent with planned production
Plans for space allocation based on production reports and sowing
Monitors growing conditions and oversees changes in humidity, moisture and temperature and cultivation procedures to ensure conformance with quality control
Monitors plant development to ascertain conditions such as leaf texture, bloom size and the existence of pests or disease; removing substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality
Determines rates of fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and fungicides as required by the crops and applies and/or directs the application of
Develops growing procedures for new species in product line and new cultivation
Maintains inventory of needed growing supplies such as fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and
Maintains records of growing techniques and production; reviews records and reports to identify trends and to forecast future space and production
Plans for and requests staff on a timely basis to ensure their availability during the high volume growing seasons and schedule overtime as
Schedules staff and assigns work; maintains personnel records and provides input into performance
Trains employees in growing techniques and
Maintains a current knowledge of growing techniques and
Maintains an awareness of new state of the art equipment and provides input into equipment and facilities upgrades and
Assists the Owner with other duties as
Other core expectations will be defined by the

Core Competencies

Ability to calculate figures amounts, proportions, percentages and volume in relation to the application of fertilizers, chemicals and Apply the principles of algebra and geometry for applications of such procedures.
Ability to use a PC and interpret/produce production
Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals and technical
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and from
Ability to maintain comprehensive records of essential growing procedures, attributes and
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to interact with team members, senior support personnel, high level personnel and
Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions necessary to identify a wide variety of conditions such as plant diseases, existence of insects,
Have the knowledge and ability to identify major plant groups and be aware of their culture and growth
Adaptability and multi‐tasking; experience working in a fast moving
Fosters positive working
Must be a team player and collaborator with ability to work
Ability to provide work direction and leadership to
Provide a team atmosphere to strive for a common goal of high product quality and cooperation and compatibility with peers, supervisors, and
Project a helpful, friendly, and cooperative
Other core competencies will be defined by the

Education and Experience

4 year degree in Horticulture or related field and 5 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must understand the use of injectors, electrical conductivity and pH meter, boom and irrigations
Thorough knowledge of water lines and be aware of and monitor conditions such as ventilation, light conditions, temperature and
Must have in depth knowledge of the safe handling and application of chemicals such as fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and

Mental/Physical Requirements

Ability to work in conditions typically found in a greenhouse with high humidity and varying temperatures, with a fair amount of moisture
Ability to exert up to 15‐50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently and 10 pounds of force constantly in order to lift and move
Ability to balance, reach and grasp while climbing on a step stool and/or
Ability to crouch, grasps, and lift product above shoulders in order to lift product from the floor
Ability to be on feet while performing job
Ability to sit for long periods of time depending on your position and/or getting up and down through your work

Required Work Schedule

This position requires a 40‐hour minimum work week
Willingness to work

Working Relationships

Report to General Manager and/or Owner.
Work closely with peer and other employees and departments in the

Company Policy/Procedures Compliance

Follow all company policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal laws concerning employment to include, but not limited to: I‐9 information, EEOC, Civil Rights and ADA.