Greenhouse Manager Bloom Hill Farm Uniontown, OH Job Details Full-time $35,000

• $45,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Computer operation Outdoor work experience Greenhouse experience Plant fertilization Computer literacy Spreadsheets Merchandising Farm experience Cultivation (fertilizing method) Plant disease identification Computer skills Pest identification Office management Greenhouse cultivation Retail management experience Process management Managing horticultural teams Crop scouting Full Job Description The role owns the greenhouse operation from seed to shelf•driving propagation, managing crop production, and shifting into retail mode during sales season to keep the greenhouse stocked, merchandised, and staffed well Greenhouse propagation and production Plan and execute propagation schedule, including seedling, cuttings, plug production Receive, inspect and document incoming plant materials Manage greenhouse environment•watering, fertigation, pruning and general crop care Execute weekly pest and disease scouting; identify issues early treat per protocols Maintain a clean, organized propagation areas, greenhouses and storage Order and maintain adequate inventory of growing supplies (media, trays, tags, inputs) Print and apply tags for all greenhouse production Plan labor needs for potting, seeding, and propagation tasks and coordinate with the team accordingly Track crop quality and timing; flag concerns to owners Retail nursery management Maintain awareness Of what's ready for retail and prep it for floor presentation.

The nursery area fully stocked, well-signed and visually sharp. Refill from backstock daily. Design, print and install signage and plant tags for the retail area. Make real time product quality calls. Remove anything not meeting standards. Repurpose or compost accordingly. Assist customers in selecting the right plants with optimal customer service And direct retail nursery staff during sales season set daily priorities and quality expectations. Office planning and administration. Maintain accurate inventory and communicate reorder needs and germination rates to the farm owner. Keep nursery records current using Farms software.

And project management system. Run basic profitability analysis.

Provide findings and recommendations to management. Help plan the annual retail plant program, including variety selection, production volume and timing. Contribute proactive feedback on systems, workflows and process improvements. Assist in planning and creating farm signage for the spring retail season. Assist with operations team to promote the greenhouse and sales team. Field, harvest, and retail support in the offseason. Support planting and care of the hoop house and field crops as the greenhouse workload allows. Train new team members on greenhouse operations.

Harvest technique. Product quality. Fill in when the field crew. As needed and when other responsibilities are current. Leadership and supervision. Directly supervised nursery and greenhouse staff.

Set daily work plans and provide real time direction and conduct feedback conversations. Bloom Hill Farms standards for product quality, customer service, and workplace conduct. Farm owner on hiring, scheduling, and performance of direct reports. Identify and escalate operational problems. Bring solutions.

And not just issues. The right person will be offered salary and a performance bonus bonus after six months with the company. Requirements. Hands on greenhouse production experience including seating propagation, transplanting and basic crop management. Demonstrated ability to identify and respond to common plant health issues such as pest disease, nutrient deficiencies. Comfort Working outdoors and in greenhouse environments year-round, including heat, humidity and cold. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods of time, and perform repetitive manual tasks. Reliable, self-directed, and able to manage multiple tasks without constant supervision. Computer literacy, e-mail, spreadsheets, printing labels and signs. Additional qualities and qualifications. Experience in the retail, nursery or garden center setting.

Including merchandising, customer interaction and product knowledge. Prior experience leading or supervising a small team, even informally. Experience with furtigation, drip systems or irrigation management. ID knowledge across common annuals, perennials, and herbs. Experience with crop scheduling and seeding schedules.

Pay:

$35,000.00

• $45,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person