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Smith Gardens, the largest wholesale annual and perennial grower in the Pacific Northwest, has an exciting opportunity in Aurora, Oregon for an Assistant Head Grower to join our team. We are a 4th generation, family-owned business that has been growing flowers for over 115 years!

Our Aurora site is ever-expanding, with 30+ acres of greenhouse and 8 acres of field growing space. Located just 30 minutes south of Portland, Oregon in the beautiful Willamette Valley, Aurora offers abundance of hiking, skiing and water sports all within an hour’s drive! Check out the Travel Oregon website to learn more! https://traveloregon.com/places-to-go/regions/willamette-valley/

JOB FUNCTION:

Manage the Growing Team under the direction of the Head Grower, and ensure prompt delivery to internal customers. This position spends the majority of time walking and inspecting crops and supervising and training Section Growers and Irrigation Staff to prioritize their daily tasks, scouting, identifying issues with crops, working with the IPM Coordinator, and performing culture trials (GR, fertilizer, dry down, temperature trials).

JOB DUTIES:

• Oversee the Sections Growers, coach them on detailed specifics of crops.
• Train on the proper use of irrigation tools and equipment.
• Purchase and maintain grower supplies such as boom parts, office supplies, EC/pH equipment, etc.
• Ensure completion of weekly EC/pH testing. Manage crop nutrition and fertilizer inventory.
• Develop best practices and Standard Work for specific crops, tasks, and processes.
• Help develop Growing Team through Continuous Improvement initiatives (6S, PDI, TPM) and continued education.
• Maintain the health and quality of liners that are received. Work with Growing, Production, and Plant Maintenance to plan cutbacks, GRs, planting depth, planting priority, etc.
• Write, present, and manage Section Grower annual performance reviews.
• Walk regularly with the Head Grower to discuss crop culture and plans.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and in writing, in person, and via phone or radio with all levels of staff.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, both verbal and written.
• Strong leadership, teambuilding, and interpersonal skills.
• Positive customer service attitude and work ethic.
• Maintain worker protection standards, promoting a safe work environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize for results within a fast-paced working environment.
• Effective time management with the ability to balance floor and office time.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture or related field, three years’ industry experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Comprehensive knowledge on production of quality plant material.
• Two years’ previous supervisory experience required.
• Experience with perennials and annuals are required.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Pesticide applicator’s license (can be obtained once hired).
• Knowledge of biological controls and IPM programs.
• Knowledge of PRIVA and ARGUS environmental control systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work long hours as needed during busy season, including weekends.
• Continuously walk, stand, bend, kneel (and remain working below knee-level) as well as reaching overhead, and from side to side for long periods of time.
• Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds in an environment that is often hot.

To learn more about our company & view a more detailed job description, visit our website at smithgardens.com. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year. Qualified candidates should send a resume to: [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Smith Gardens provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

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