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Grower

Position Summary
Will work with the growing, care and maintenance of the company’s horticultural products. Will monitor crop development and apply fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, and growth regulators when needed. Will ready crops for order fulfillment and assist in order preparation and shipping.

Job Expectations

• Discuss plant growing activities with management for growing activities throughout the planned production schedules.
• Plans for space allocation based on production schedules and needs.
• Monitor growing conditions to conform with quality standards.
• Inspect crops on a daily basis for pests or disease and treat or remove substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality standards
• Apply fertilizer, pesticide, fungicide and growth regulators when needed
• Maintain records of growing techniques and production
• Assists management with other duties, as assigned

Job Competencies

• Ability to calculate amounts, proportions, percentages and volume in relation to the application of fertilizers, chemicals, and water
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with team members, management, and customers
• Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions to identify a wide range of conditions such as plant disease, existence of pest, etc
• Have the knowledge and ability to identify major plant groups, and be aware of and/or educate yourself on their culture and growth traits
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail
• Be able to adapt to changing situations and ability to multi-task
• Have a valid drivers license

Experience

• 2-4 year degree in Horticulture or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Must have knowledge of safe handling guidelines when using and applying chemicals
• Must have a greenhouse chemical applicators license, or be willing to get a greenhouse chemical applicators license

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move horticultural products up to 30 lbs and occasionally higher
• Ability to balance, reach and grasp while on a stepstool or ladder
• Ability to crouch, grasp and lift product above shoulders
• Ability to be on feet performing job responsibilities
• Ability to work in a warm, humid environment for extended periods of time

Work Schedule

• This position requires 40 hour minimum work week
• Must be able to work occasional weekends

This job description highlights the main components of the grower position, but is not inclusive of all activities that may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sheldahl, IA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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