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ABOUT LITTLE LEAF FARMS:
Little Leaf Farms is the country's #1 brand of packaged lettuce sustainably grown through controlled environment agriculture. We grow fresh, delicious, and clean leafy greens in two of the most technologically advanced greenhouses in the world. We are a great fit for people who are passionate about sustainable food and product marketing, and those who want to be part of a company experiencing exciting growth. Learn more at www.littleleaffarms.com
POSITION SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to maintain and operate the water technical systems and monitor and troubleshoot processes to ensure optimum plant growth.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor greenhouse settings including temperature, humidity, and water chemistry, and implement solutions in coordination with the Head Grower.
- Mix fertilizer by following specific formulas for each mixture.
- Apply fertilizer to plants based on growing schedule.
- Distribute biologic controls weekly following the approved methods for each species.
- Count and track invasive pests in the greenhouse; record in appropriate spreadsheet, share with growing team, and discuss solutions.
- Conduct daily inspections of greenhouse lines for mechanical and/or climate issues.
- Receive, store, and properly record ordered fertilizer.
- Will be required to be on-call and to respond to emergency situations.
- Participate in trainings as needed.
- Participate in grower’s, food safety, and production alignment meetings.
- Assist with other greenhouse functions as time permits.
- Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect product safety, product quality or personnel safety.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma or GED.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
- 2+ years of greenhouse experience with large-scale operations growth.
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and problem solve effectively.
- Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 75 lbs. (150 lbs. with assistance) with extreme care and caution when working with plants and product.
- Ability to meet physical demands including reaching, climbing, bending, walking, standing, and performing repetitive work.
- Comfortable working in conditions that include height, heat, and high intensity lighting.
- Knowledge of plumbing, irrigation, and filtration systems.
- Basic botany and plant physiology knowledge.
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
- Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft® Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Greenhouse: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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