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Section Grower- WinGen, LLC

WinGen Plants is a small and growing multinational plant breeding and product development company based in Austin, Texas. We are part of a large international horticultural network and are dedicated to the breeding and development of novel and innovative ornamental plant varieties. At WinGen, you will be working to ensure the highest in plant quality from propagation to finished plants. The company culture is that of capitalizing on individual strengths while working together through thoughtful collaboration with a diverse team.

The Section Grower will report to the Facility Manager. They will help oversee all aspects of plant care and facility maintenance.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Section Grower is responsible for all aspects of growing and horticultural operations in a designated section of WinGen’s facility in Mustang Ridge, Texas. Primary areas of responsibility are:

• Ensure the highest plant quality of all crops at the facility in both a greenhouse and field setting
• Monitors area of responsibility for pests and diseases and ensures proper corrective measures are taken
• Collaborates with Plant Breeders and other research and development staff to ensure growing goals are met or exceeded
• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of all structures and systems, as well as the facility grounds
• Lead and supervise other growing staff through daily tasks and safe practices in their assigned section

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Employee will work in accordance with WinGen LLC’s employee code of conduct and employment policies. Job is located at WinGen’s Mustang Ridge, TX facility and the employee must provide their own transportation.
• The employee will ideally hold a Texas non-commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License or acquire one within ninety (90) days of hire date. Alternatively, the employee must be able to apply pesticides on-site in a safe and lawful manner as a technician under WinGen’s Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• The employee must be authorized to work in the United States and maintain this eligibility at all times.
• Ability to work in outdoor and agricultural environments. Ability to stand for 30 minutes at a time, able to lift 20lbs.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in horticulture.

Skills and Attributes:

• Self-motivated, organized and efficient
• Effective communicator
• Ability to read, write, and transcribe alpha-numeric codes and other data
• Ability to learn and implement new pest management and horticultural strategies to improve the facility’s overall performance.
• Thinks strategically both in the long-term and short-term
• Works well independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships

Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of horticulture, plant nutrition, plant care, integrated pest management, pesticide application, sanitary plant handling, and plant physiology
• Fluency in written and spoken English required; ability to write and speak Spanish is desired
• Must be able to use computers and modern computer software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Horticultural: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Texas Pesticide Applicator's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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