Cannabis Assistant Grower Manager Jobs

Local Bounti is a leading controlled environment agriculture (CEA) company. Our mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the freshest, locally grown produce in the fewest food miles possible.

By growing local and minimizing the distance between farm and plate, Local Bounti helps eliminate food waste and provides fresh, high-quality produce to areas of the country over 1,000 miles from their current source. Our sustainable greenhouse technology delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our diverse selection of crops, resulting in 90% less water consumption and 95% less land use than conventional agriculture, no need for herbicides or pesticides, and the lowest carbon footprint in the industry. We provide an interactive, educational, and safe work environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within the company. Local Bounti is committed to fully integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives in all our business activities.

We currently have two openings for an Assistant Grower Manager in our Carpinteria and Oxnard, California locations.

The Assistant Grower Manager will excel in growing hydroponic crops of the highest quality in the most efficient way, in collaboration with other production team members. Experience with organic hydroponic growing is a plus.

The Assistant Grower Manager will be working with the growing team while fostering a positive environment of respect and safety for his/her people, our customers and the environment.

The Assistant Grower Manager must be able to work independently and collaboratively, performing multiple-level projects in conjunction with his/her daily activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties listed below are representative of the essential functions, qualifications, physical demands, and the work environment encountered in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to work and perform the essential functions in this work environment.

Crop Management

• Knowledge of climate and irrigation management


• Knowledge of crop nutrient requirements, acceptable growing ranges and conditions


• Knowledge of organic and conventional fertilizers, macro and micro nutrients, EC, pH and dissolved oxygen requirements


• Knowledge of germination and propagation parameters and requirements


• Knowledge/ability to analyze a crop in the field and in conjunction with lab reports to determine plant deficiencies/toxicities and make adjustments accordingly


• Knowledge/ability to forecast crop yields, cycle times, and adjust fertilizers, equipment, and techniques preemptively to ensure the top-quality crops.

Greenhouse Management

• Comfortable around standard greenhouse equipment, including water pumps, air compressors, heaters, water boilers, injectors, moveable gutters, conveyor belts, seeding equipment, Reverse Osmosis, etc. Able to repair or at least troubleshoot in the field.


• Knowledge of proper greenhouse climate control systems (ideally Priva, Argus, or equivalent) to combat adverse climates and like extreme cold, heat, dry or wet weather to maintain consistent growing conditions

Pest and Disease Management

• Able to scout for pests and diseases, and train others to do so effectively


• Able to plan for and maintain an IPM program, including preventative sprays for both insects and plant diseases, record keeping, reporting, storage, and spray equipment maintenance

Personnel Management / Collaboration

• Crew management, supervising, training, and coaching team members


• Resolving employee issues/complaints


• Efficient use of labor to complete work consistently and predictably


• Work alongside Production department to maintain smooth and consistent operations, consistent crop availability


• Work alongside Maintenance department to ensure a functional and effective greenhouse


• Communicate with superiors and subordinates clearly, openly, and honestly


• Excellent prioritization and time management skills

Other

• Participate in the company's Research and Development projects related to growing and equipment


• Familiarity with organic certifying bodies (CCOF or equivalent) and the requirements/standards of the verifying body a plus


• Ability to identify inefficiencies and be creative in establishing new programs to continue improvements across all areas of Growing influence


• Develop and trouble shoot our expanding organic program


• Maintain records pertaining to growing, ensure FIFO policies on material inputs, ensure all SOP are being followed


• Accurate inventory taking, reporting, and use planning


• Must be willing/available after hours to respond to emergencies in the facility pertaining to power outages, equipment failure, etc.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Embrace and exhibit Local Bounti's Core Values.


• Embraces and supports the safety culture at the facility.


• Basic knowledge of the English language, including being able to read, speak, and write to include understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.


• Knowledge of safe equipment and machinery operations and procedures.


• Basic knowledge of machines and tools, including their operation, uses, and maintenance.


• Ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a process quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.


• Ability to convey information effectively to others.


• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.


• Analytical skills


• Attention to detail


• Teamwork


• Physical stamina and strength


• Work independently


• Ability to Multitask


• Practical knowledge of MS Office 2007 applications


• Some Spanish required

Education and Experience

• Minimum 2 years work experience in crew management


• Minimum 2 years work experience in professional horticulture


• Minimum A.S. degree in in agriculture or related field a plus


• Experience with HACCP/GFSI a plus


• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

(Physical demands are a general guide and specific positions will vary based on working conditions, locations and facility/department needs)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and environments both hot and cold.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

• The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.


• The ability to time movements in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object.


• The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects.


• The employee must frequently lift and/or move 10 to 25 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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Cultivation Assistant Manager

Cannassentials, a beyond indoor regenerative cannabis cultivator in Veneta is actively searching for a Greenhouse Cultivation Assistant Manager to join our team. The right individual needs to have a passion for cannabis, experience in natural gardening (cannabis or other) and experience with production management and planning of small teams.

- Responsible for working hand in hand with the Cultivation Lead and the Company President with management, planning and garden work. Assistance with day to day running of the flowering greenhouses and the nursery. Production planning, scheduling organization, managing a small crew of 2 or 3 individuals.

Tasks include:

• Pruning
• Watering
• Foliar Spraying
• Helping with making ferments
• Planting, Top dressing
• Assisting with harvesting and other production tasks

- Individual needs to be able to work in TIGHT places, moving around the greenhouse as required. Much of the job involves work done at the level of beds, including crouching, and bending. Good physical condition is required.

- Weekend work is required

- Working with METRC system (state mandated tracking software - we can train)

Candidates need:

1. OLCC Handlers card

2. Two years growing experience required, cannabis or other plants, in production scale environment.

3. Appreciation of low impact farming, organics, permaculture, biodynamics, regenerative farming etc

4. Appreciation of working in small family farm situations, were equipment isn't always perfect, hustling always encouraged, family and home life valued and hard work is considered a pleasure.

5. Ability to lift 20lbs regularly, moving around a lot in tight places, crouching, bending and twisting. This is a very physical job and really would be best for a smaller framed person.

6. Attention to detail, and good eyesight.

7. Looking to be part of a dedicated team of enthusiasts.

8. Eager to learn new techniques as well as share experiences. We are always to teach and learn. Sharing knowledge is power

Additional Application Instructions
Please include a resume and cover letter. We are interested to know who you you are, not just where you have worked,.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x10
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Veneta, OR 97487: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Growing in production environment: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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Assistant Grower Manager

The Assistant Grower Manager will excel in growing hydroponic crops of the highest quality in the most efficient way, in collaboration with other production team members. Experience with organic hydroponic growing is a plus.

The Assistant Grower Manager will be working with the growing team while fostering a positive environment of respect and safety for his/her people, our customers and the environment.

The Assistant Grower Manager must be able to work independently and collaboratively, performing multiple-level projects in conjunction with his/her daily activities.

Responsibilities may include:

Crop Management

· Knowledge of climate and irrigation management

· Knowledge of crop nutrient requirements, acceptable growing ranges and conditions

· Knowledge of organic and conventional fertilizers, macro and micro nutrients, EC, pH and dissolved oxygen requirements

· Knowledge of germination and propagation parameters and requirements

· Knowledge/ability to analyze a crop in the field and in conjunction with lab reports to determine plant deficiencies/toxicities and make adjustments accordingly

· Knowledge/ability to forecast crop yields, cycle times, and adjust fertilizers, equipment, and techniques preemptively to ensure the top-quality crops

Greenhouse Management

· Comfortable around standard greenhouse equipment, including water pumps, air compressors, heaters, water boilers, injectors, moveable gutters, conveyor belts, seeding equipment, Reverse Osmosis, etc. Able to repair or at least troubleshoot in the field.

· Knowledge of proper greenhouse climate control systems (ideally Priva, Argus, or equivalent) to combat adverse climates and like extreme cold, heat, dry or wet weather to maintain consistent growing conditions

Pest and Disease Management

· Able to scout for pests and diseases, and train others to do so effectively

· Able to plan for and maintain an IPM program, including preventative sprays for both insects and plant diseases, record keeping, reporting, storage, and spray equipment maintenance

Personnel Management / Collaboration

· Crew management, supervising, training, and coaching team members

· Resolving employee issues/complaints

· Efficient use of labor to complete work consistently and predictably

· Work alongside Production department to maintain smooth and consistent operations, consistent crop availability

· Work alongside Maintenance department to ensure a functional and effective greenhouse

· Communicate with superiors and subordinates clearly, openly, and honestly

· Excellent prioritization and time management skills

Other

· Participate in the company’s Research and Development projects related to growing and equipment

· Familiarity with organic certifying bodies (CCOF or equivalent) and the requirements/standards of the verifying body a plus

· Ability to identify inefficiencies and be creative in establishing new programs to continue improvements across all areas of Growing influence

· Develop and trouble shoot our expanding organic program

· Maintain records pertaining to growing, ensure FIFO policies on material inputs, ensure all SOP are being followed

· Accurate inventory taking, reporting, and use planning

• Must be willing/available after hours to respond to emergencies in the facility pertaining to power outages, equipment failure, etc.

Requirements:

· Minimum 2 years work experience in crew management preferred

· Minimum 2 years work experience in professional horticulture preferred

· Minimum A.S. degree in in agriculture or related field a plus

· Experience with HACCP/GFSI a plus

· Practical knowledge of MS Office 2007 applications

· Some Spanish required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Under the direction of the Grower Manager, the Asst. Grower Manager is responsible for finishing crops on time, to spec and at the correct quantities versus plan. Together with the Grower Manager, this role will directly oversee the Growing staff within a defined section of the company, including personnel development. Key areas of focus include irrigation and fertilization, climate management via Priva, integrated pest management (IPM), development of crop templates, and daily tracking of crops to ensure the team is meeting plan.

JOB DUTIES:

• Daily monitoring of climate reports via Priva and adjustment of set points as required.
  
• Routine monitoring of crop finish times vs. plan, and communication of variances to the Grower Manager, the Inventory/QC team and Sales as required.
  
• Ensure adherence to the by week crop strategy where available
• Ensure adherence to established IPM strategies by crop
• Lead a team of Growers to ensure that the team meets yield, quality, and quantity targets. Keep staff challenged through regular interaction, recognition, and exposure to different crops and/or areas.
  
• Ability to hold direct reports accountable for expected results and to react accordingly when results arent being met (e.g., via coaching, PIPs, and progressive discipline)
• Drive change through the Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) and constantly assess what is working well and what is not, making changes as needed
• Report concerns related to plant health, subordinate behavior or employee safety and act as a model for subordinates.
• Possessions of soft skills, including the ability to communicate thoughtfully and with respect toward others. A positive, flexible attitude and a common-sense approach are essential
• Ensure that areas are free from weeds and debris, both inside and out

QUALIFICATIONS and education requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Horticulture or related field
  
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on-experience in a commercial greenhouse environment
  
• Comprehension of climate strategy (preferably via Priva) and effect on plant performance
• Comprehension of injectors, booms, irrigation, water treatment, and cooling systems
• Ability to monitor EC and pH and understand how to correct variances
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to maintain detailed notes related to crops produced. Read and speak English; bilingual in Spanish helpful, but not required
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office and Priva software
• Ability to obtain a pesticide applicators license

PHYSICAL Environment & Requirements:

• Climate controlled office or home office environment
• Continuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking
• Frequently requires sitting, standing, fine dexterity, and handling
• Occasionally requires walking, climbing stairs, lifting (up to 20lbs), carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, bending, and crouching

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Job Description:

Native Roots LLC, Farm Manager/Assistant Grower position will play a key role in maintaining NR’s native plant inventory, quality and health while executing the Company’s Plant Production Plan(s). The Farm Manager/Assistant Grower will be responsible for the following

The duties include but are not limited to:

1) Assist with production of plants (forbs, grasses, trees, shrubs, and wetlands plants) from seed, cuttings, and liners.

2) Oversee inventories for containerized plants, seed, and plant tags

3) In charge of seed harvest and seed cleaning operations

4) Identify plants by Latin, common names, and characteristics as well as problems such as diseases, weeds, and insect pests.

5) Provide all necessary documentation to the controller with regards to sales, purchases receipt or shipment of goods.

6) Manage the overall care of plants and seed in an efficient manner as well as employees performing such care.

7) Apply pesticides and fertilizers to plants if and when necessary, develop and implement an IMP program for the farm.

8) The care and proper upkeep of all production facilities and the direction of employees performing those duties.

9) Over see all infield watering operations and equipment maintenance.

10) Timely requests for products related to the care and production of the plants.

11) Assist with sales, collection of payment, and the issuing of invoicing information to the central office.

12) Assist in fulfilling all plant orders with suitable and healthy material.

13) Assist in the development and execute the plant production strategy.

14) Explain and enforce safety regulations and policies.

15) Ability to lift 25 pounds repetitively and 50 pounds on occasion.

16) Coordinate clerical, recordkeeping, invoicing, inventory, requisitioning, and marketing activities.

17) Other duties as may be assigned.

18) Must have valid driver’s license.

To accomplish the above duties, the ability and willingness to work with others as a team to accomplish the objectives of the NR, LLC Nursery is vital along with the ability to assess and respond to plant health issues to maintain or improve quality production. A commitment to the environment will ensure alignment with NR, LLC goals. The position will require some direct supervision of employees.

Preferred Experience & Education:

-Degree with Horticulture major or equivalent experience in botany, soil science, insect-, disease- and weed-management.

-2+ years of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field and prior experience with greenhouse and nursery production

-Familiarity with Excel, Word

-Familiarity with native plants of the Intermountain West

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $32,000.00 to $35,000.00 /hour

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
• Greenhouse and Nursery Production: 2 years (Preferred)
• Horticulture, Botany, or related: 2 years (Preferred)
• Plants of the Intermountain West: 1 year (Preferred)

Benefits:

• None

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends required
• Day shift
• Overtime

Work Remotely:

• No

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