Speedling Incorporated is rapidly growing the Blairsville, GA Team and we are hiring another Grower Manager to add to the already talented facility staff!
If you are proactive, goal-driven and looking to grow your career, then Speedling is the place for you!
The Grower Manager will partner with the current team members to efficiently and effectively produce quality product through innovation and proper cultural practices.
The Grower Manager position offers competitive compensation, paid time off, holidays and the fulfillment that comes from knowing you are part of a team that Feeds the World and Makes it a More Beautiful Place!
- BS in Horticulture or related field and at least five years experience in horticultural production.
- Current State pesticide license, or willingness to obtain State pesticide license.
- Ability to interact and communicate with others and develop a team approach; appreciation of environmental factors as they relate to plant growth and development; self-motivation; logical thought and reasoning ability for problem-solving; computer literate; must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
- Clean criminal history and drug free
- Current first aid/CPR certification, or ability and willingness to obtain one
- Good interpersonal communication, able to work well with others
- Manufacturing aptitude, Must be able to work as part of a team
- Willingness to work nights and/or weekends, hours will change based on business needs
- Must be in good physical condition and able to work outdoors for extended periods of time.
- Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards
- Possess strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
- Must have in depth understanding of greenhouse operations, quality and productivity
- Able to work indoors, outdoors, in warehouse or greenhouse all seasons
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs and able to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Self motivated and goal oriented
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations
- Ability to tolerate exposure to greenhouse elements such as heat, cold, water and dirt.
Speedling Incorporated, a global leader in the production of transplants and the development of horticultural products and technology since 1968 with locations in Florida, Georgia, Texas and California. We have high standards and our employees constantly strive to reach even higher levels of success. Speedling growth is based on our values and a vision focused on consistent quality and cost efficiency. We see customer satisfaction, the personal and professional growth of each employee, safety in the workplace, a commitment to our stakeholders, employees, and communities, and profit as a measure of our performance.
Speedling offers a competitive benefits package and 401(k) plan with company match.
- Monitor crop development as per customer specifications, speaking to customers as needed on crop progress..
- Monitor crop height weekly. Monitor greenhouse temperatures.
- Regularly walk crops scouting for diseases/pests and any other possible condition requiring attention.
- Assist in irrigation/fertilization training and scheduling
- General lab work including the monitoring of irrigation water quality on a daily basis.
- Work closely with growing staff and facility management to ensure crop quality and timely shipping
- Assist production supervisor/maintenance staff by informing them of areas/equipment requiring specific attention.
- Understand the use of soil mixing and seed line equipment to ensure correct and accurate seeding.
