Description Monitor all aspects of the growing process and greenhouse environment Duties and Responsibilities • Manage greenhouse systems including climate and water quality • Prep and mix fertilizers for planting • Analyze and identify greenhouse pests for type and population within environment taking appropriate action when needed • Analyze the forecast, water results, alarm logs, basin levels, drain rates, cumulative irrigation totals and water bills • Analyze crop health, size, speed, and sales demand to predict yield • Conduct daily inspections of seeding and greenhouse lines • Train and develop staff in SOPs, water tech and operation, etc. as part of initial hire and continuous improvement • Order all materials and supplies needed for growing team and greenhouse cleaners • Track and maintain expenses for growing materials, utilities and other supplies • Interview job applicants and make hiring recommendations • Evaluate staff performance to recommend personnel actions such as hiring, retention, promotion, transfer or dismissal • Serve in an on-call capacity at least one week per month • Participate in training as needed • Participate in grower’s, food safety and production alignment meetings Requirements Qualifications and Competencies • Bachelor’s Degree in horticulture, agriculture, agronomy or a related field • Ability to speak Spanish preferred • 5 years growing experience • 1-2 years supervisory experience • Pesticide applicator license • Grower’s Safety Training • Proficient in Hortimax and Microsoft software • Analytical Skills • Communication Skills • Teamwork • Problem Solving Skills • Managing People Physical Requirements Required to stand or walk for long periods of time; will need to talk/listen; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; need to smell or taste produce; may need to climb, kneel, or crawl as well as reach in the course of work. Required to lift medium to heavy levels of supplies or equipment.