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Assistant Greenhouse Grower
Wilson Farm Inc —Lexington, MA
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Inventory management
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Assistant Greenhouse Grower

Wilson Farm Inc -
Lexington, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 - $27 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Employee discount

Qualifications

Plant identification
Outdoor work experience
Plant disease identification
Pest identification
Associate's degree
Crew management
Managing horticultural teams

Full Job Description

Who is Wilson Farm?

Wilson Farm has been in operation at its present location since 1884. Our customers shop with us for our highly regarded bakery; our grocery selections; our fresh, locally grown produce; our range of delicious prepared foods from our kitchen; our beautiful flowers and plants (many grown on premises); and our courteous and helpful staff. We employ customer-driven individuals that are dedicated to enhancing our warm and inviting farm-fresh shopping experience.

Who are we looking for?
Wilson Farm is hiring an experienced full-time, year-round Assistant Greenhouse Grower to join our Farm Crew and assist our Head Grower in executing various programs and processes throughout the production lifecycle. This position has an hourly rate of pay of $22-$27 based on experience.

Primary Responsibilities

Collaborate with Head Grower and Greenhouse crew members to provide daily care to greenhouse and nursery plants including planting, transplanting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, controlling insects and disease, ventilating, controlling weeds, and managing plant nutrient levels
Maintain each greenhouse bay at the appropriate temperature, humidity, and light level
Record data and maintain records; notify Head Grower of irregularities
Prepare proper soil amendment mixes and fertilizers as designated by Head Grower
Perform routine maintenance on and modifications to a variety of greenhouse and nursery equipment; maintain irrigation systems
Maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition
Communicate with the Head Grower to review and prioritize daily task lists; oversee and assist Greenhouse crew to ensure accurate and timely task completion by the crew members
Train new and existing crew members on spacing, pinching, proper watering methods, and fertilizer applications, etc., and communicate any updates or changes to the production method
Identify and communicate issues related to plant discrepancies, system issues, or process execution to the Head Grower or General Manager promptly
Provide daily progress updates to the Head Grower, noting any adjustments to task priority
Review and evaluate various processes, programs, and staffing needs, offering informed recommendations to the Head Grower to improve and optimize the quality and production of products
Assist in the selection and movement of inventory as needed or directed by management
Act as Head Grower during their absence

Qualifications

Associates degree in horticultural sciences or a related field and 0-2 years of industry experience required
Massachusetts Greenhouse Pesticide License preferred
Experience in plug production is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Word
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; ability to bend, stand and walk for the duration of the shift
Ability to lift, pull/push up to 25 lbs.
Ability to work outside in all types of weather
Flexibility and adaptability as the job may change
Must be able to identify plants and plant issues (diseases, pests, nutrient requirements, etc.)
Must be able to plan, organize, direct, control, and/or coordinate activities of crew members
Strong verbal and analytical skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management

Work Schedule

The work schedule for the Assistant Greenhouse Grower will be determined based on the seasonal, operational needs of the facility.

Benefits

Competitive wages commensurate with experience
Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson Farm
401 (k) plan with employer match
Paid Time off
Annual bonus and a 25% employee discount
Friendly, customer-driven environment

Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E.

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