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R&D Assistant Grower Job Details

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TASK/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to comprehend and apply directions from the R&D Manager
• Asks questions of the R&D Manager for clarity when necessary
• Responsible for growing all the plant material (confidential trials and trial garden)
• Can collaborate well with staff and drive them to complete goals while both rewarding exemplary behavior and addressing destructive behavior in a positive/constructive manner.

• Adheres to safe practices within the department and supports the Costa safety program
  
  • Hours will require flexibility
  • Weekend shifts will be required
  • Aids in the upkeep of both the facility and equipment
  • Can collaborate with other departments to aid in leading of the R&D department to greater success in efficiencies, reduced waste, and higher yield
  • Trained as an irrigator 1 and 2, sprayer 1 and 2, Grower Assistant, and System Administrator within the first 3 months of employment
  • Able to work in a communicative/team-oriented manner in a fast paced environment
  • Familiar with computers, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Create task list for the week. Able to complete other departmental tasks as required.


• Work in collaboration with the R&D Manager to set priorities for the week
  
  • Create Data Collection Sheets for trials, follow production growing protocols
  • Collect data of active trials.
  • Coordinate photography for active trials with the R&D photographer.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to measure fertilizer and pesticides and instruct sprayers how to apply them.

• Able to be contacted for questions or concerns by staff and management on and off of schedule in emergencies
  
  • Aids in developing and monitoring safe practices within the department and supports the Costa safety program
  • Reports maintenance issues to management and maintenance through the SharePoint ticket system
  • Knows, understands, and adheres to the company's timelines • •
  
  • Provides input to the System Admin that facilitates in the editing and the maintaining assemblies in propagation
  • Monitors and helps facilitate facility and equipment upkeep
  • Completes a SAM2 training course and can train on it within the first 3 months of employment
  • Works closely with the System Admin

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS/SPECIALIZED SKILLS

• Acquires a Florida issued private applicator's license
• Successful passing grade on the 5 Levels of Moisture Management training and can train on the topic within the first 3 months of employment
• Understands how to operate the booms, EC/pH/Light meters, preform copper/Sanidate testing, and can train on the topic within the first 3 months of employment
• Able to identify common crop insects, diseases, and plant stresses and train on this topic within the first 3 months
• Utilizes reports from the System Admin and other departments on pH, EC, Copper, Sanidate, Soil EC, Live Goods Loss Analysis, Pre-Assignments, and other data through the use of SharePoint to drive the department on fact based decision making within the first 3 months of employment

• Able to identify and direct the application of irrigation that is appropriate for the temperature, time of day, genus, cloud cover, etc.
  
  • Has 1-3 years on the job experience in horticulture or agriculture or recent degree in related field
  • Manage crop fertility program and Integrated Pest Management by monitoring lab results and selecting best practices as directed by the R&D Manager


• Bilingual is preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS PERCENTAGE OF TIME

Sitting and computer work 25%

Walking 25%

Standing 25%

Lifting, pushing pulling up to 50lbs. 25%

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is in various outdoor environments and within the greenhouse structures. This position will require working extended hours, weekends, and holidays depending on department needs.

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Grower Job Description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production of finish Products, on time and within specifications
• Supervises assistant growers and water tech.
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating with plant maintenance supervisor/spread move supervisor all crop care tasks (pinch/trim, spread/move/hang) in assigned areas
• Working with Integrated Pest Management team, share responsibility for scouting for pests, disease, beneficial mites / insects, and pest/disease control, monitor pests and manage bio control.
• Utilizes report functions in ERP (SAGE) to monitor inventory and space requirements.
• Provides production protocol details to the Department of System Integrity.
• Oversees short- and long-term department equipment, tool, and supply needs.
• Monitors departmental labor needs and efficiencies.
• Works closely with Operations Manager to maintain task quality and efficiency.
• Record and report inputs like water, feed, PGR, on all crops for all stages from the beginning to the end of the crop cycle.
• Completes staff reviews in a timely manner.
• Oversees staff planning for weekend and vacation coverages.
• Leads departmental support of company safety program.
• Successful pass grade on The 5 Levels of Moisture Management training.
• Attend all crop walks and meetings with consultants, ensuring detailed notes are captured and reviewed with the grower to develop action plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher, in Horticulture or similar.
• Excellent communication and follow through skills.
• Detail oriented and extremely organized.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (in particular, experience with Pivot Tables) and other.
• Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to adapt in a quick and positive manner.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks and requests.
• Flexibility with schedule (hours may vary and be able to work weekends).
• Team player.
• Ability to acquire a pesticide applicators license within ninety days of hire.
• Read, write, and speak English.

Equipment

• Irrigation Booms - operate control box- learn and execute programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance - parts, cleaning/sanitation, hose touch-up, valve function, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on Irrigation Equipment: Hoses, Water Breakers (Heads), Drip Lines, Sprinkler Heads, and Wands.
• Calibrate and maintain Injectors - Use/Function.
• Chemical Sprayer - Use/Function, Troubleshooting, and Safety Procedures.
• Learn and execute safe operation of Floor Sweeper, Power Washer, and Hose-end applicator/Foamer

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Able to measure fertilizer and pesticides and instruct sprayers how to apply them.
• Able to be contacted for questions or concerns by staff and management on and off schedule in emergencies
• Aids in developing and monitoring safe practices within the department and supports the Costa safety program
• Reports maintenance issues to management and maintenance through the Fixx ticket system
• Knows, understands, and adheres to the company's policies
• Provides input to the System Admin that facilitates in the editing and the maintaining assemblies in propagation
• Monitors and helps facilitate facility and equipment upkeep
• Works closely with the System Admin

Physical Requirements

• Walking & standing 70%
• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling up to 50 lbs. 25%
• Sitting 5%

Work Environment

• The work environment is in various outdoor environments and within the greenhouse structures. This position will require working extended hours, weekends, and holidays depending on department needs.

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Section Assistant Grower Responsibilities

Growing

• Manage daily crop care (watering, drenching, spraying) efforts to maximize production and ensure proper techniques and sequence of tasks to benefit crop growth.
• In concert with the grower, manage all aspects of the Horticulture processes and procedures in your assigned area, including but not limited to; propagation, fertilization, irrigation, chemical application, plant maintenance and other crop needs on a daily basis.

Tasks

• Responsible for planning, scheduling and coordinating with plant maintenance supervisor/spread move supervisor all crop care tasks (pinch/trim, spread/move/hang) in assigned areas
• Manage inventory of daily use tools and supplies for crop care workers. Investigate and implement more effective tools while keeping costs controlled.
• Assist in crop maintenance tasks, as needed, by pinching, trimming, shearing, and cleaning in conjuncture with the grower and the planning department.

IPM

• Working with Integrated Pest Management team, share responsibility for scouting for pests, disease, beneficial mites / insects, and pest/disease control, Monitor pests and manage bio control.

Documentation / Record Keeping for CCS / Trials

• Recording and reporting all data required to the supervisor, make sure all data are recorded and kept according to the requirements.
• Record and report inputs like water, feed, PGR, on all crops for all stages from the beginning to the end of the crop cycle.
• Document, assist and consult with Grower with various trials being performed in the greenhouse, along with interpretation of weekly recordings of important plant measurements.

Regulatory / CPS / Protocols / Processes

• Ensure that the activities within your area adhere to all corporate, site, and regulatory protocols and processes.
• Adherence to all applicable CPS processes.
• Support all CPS activates and be a very active participant in all CPS activities and processes.
• Travel to other farm locations on occasion
• Lead morning meetings, update meeting board, ensure proper communication between teams
• Responsible to make sure that the area under your responsibility is in compliance with WPS practices at all times.
• Responsible to make sure that the standard chemical application signs are filled out consistently and correctly, and are in place during the required re-entry interval

Sanitation / Upkeep

• Ensure greenhouse cleanliness and sanitation within designated greenhouse areas
• Keeping and maintaining the sanitation standards in your area of responsibility according to the protocol.
• Responsible for housekeeping, sanitation and weed control for your area at all times.

Equipment Maintenance and Upkeep

• Assist Grower with general upkeep of assigned section.
• Perform CILs for tools used in the area of responsibility each day, making sure that all necessary structures and equipment are in order and functioning at all times.
• Be able to maintain or fix some minor technical problems in your area of responsibility.
• Ensure that all booms, solenoids, valves, rain birds, basket watering systems, and filters are maintained and working according to the protocol.
• Responsible for ensuring that employees use equipment appropriately and maintain equipment in good working order

Fertigation / pH / EC

• Responsible for fertilizer stock and preparation, pH/EC sampling and testing,
• Ensure all required samplings are done on time, this includes daily EC and pH measurement, weekly soil analysis for EC and pH, and media / foliar sampling for lab Analysis depending on the requirement,
• Perform consistent crop and irrigation system inspections in the field to make sure that the moisture requirement is up to the standard.
• Be able to set up the overhead irrigation and drip irrigation

Environmental Control Systems

• Monitor and adjust environmental control systems based on request from the grower and established criteria

Generic

• Average 45hrs / week
• Exhibit a proactive approach to growing and maintaining the highest crop quality possible
• Responsible for other areas depending on the request from your grower.
• Being able to work closely with all stakeholders at all times to foster team work

Consultants

• Attend all crop walks and meetings with consultants, ensuring detailed notes are captured and reviewed with the grower to develop action plans.

Physical Requirements Percentages of Time

• Sitting and computer work 5%
• Walking 75%
• Standing 10%
• Lifting, pushing pulling up to 50lbs. 10%

Behaviors Required

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Required

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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