Cannabis Head Grower Management Jobs

We are seeking a Head Grower who has the desire to be part of a contemporary, collaborative, and inventive team committed to the highest standards of quality and service.

The Head Grower reports directly to the General Manager and works closely with the Production Manager. This position oversees Section Growers, Cultural workers, Pesticide Applicators, and Irrigation Technicians. During peak season, the Head Grower will directly supervise 40-50 associates. Plant cultural responsibility begins at potting and extends through harvest.

Key Responsibilities:

· Direct and supervise the cultural teams to meet production timelines and sale forecast targets.

· Adapt all activities to support the established companywide KPI’s while developing your own departmental KPI’s.

· Monitor growing areas and crops daily.

· Maintain daily records of labor efficiency and use this data to inform the company of current productivity levels and develop strategies to improve productivity in the future.

· Ensure that accepted IPM procedures are being maintained.

· Plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise all pest and disease scouting, evaluation, and pesticide applications.

· Monitor and adjust nutritional programs.

· Maintain pruning procedures and schedules.

· Ensure timely spacing of plants.

· Schedule and implement all post and preemergent herbicide applications.

· Assist research and development department with production profiling and optimization.

Standards of Performance:

· Row-run quality.

· Continuous improvement and optimization of production processes and timelines, by variety.

· Lowest cost of production.

· Efficient use of labor, equipment, and production resources.

Required Skills & Experience:

· A degree in Horticulture is necessary for consideration.

· Experience across multiple plant categories including woody ornamentals, perennials, roses, and tropical flowering.

· High level of organizational skills with specific ability to prioritize activities, manage workflow and optimize labor and equipment utilization.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

· Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Applications.

· Bilingual English/Spanish speaking is a plus.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:Provide face masks, gloves and hand sanitizer.

Company's website:

• www.jberrynursery.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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