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Growing Lead (Agricultural)

Temple, PA

1 DAYS AGO

23112015

Summary

Temple, PA

In-Person

$16.50 - $18.00 per Hour

2 Years Experience

High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)

No Commission

45.00 hours per week / Day, Weekend Shift / Full-Time

Description The Growing Lead is a hands-on operational leadership position responsible for performing assigned mushroom growing activities while providing daily work direction, coordination, and support to Growing Operations employees. This position helps ensure that growing activities are completed safely, efficiently, and according to established production schedules, crop quality standards, and supervisor instructions. The Growing Lead supports the Growing Supervisor by coordinating daily assignments, guiding and training employees, monitoring work progress, and communicating operational or crop-related concerns. This position provides functional leadership while remaining actively involved in growing operations and does not have formal supervisory authority. Responsibilities Perform assigned mushroom growing activities across applicable production phases, including growing room preparation, fill-in, spawn run, casing, crop development, irrigation, crop maintenance, and growing activities between harvest breaks, as required.

Coordinate daily work assignments and activities among Growing Operations employees according to established schedules, priorities, and supervisor instructions.

Provide hands-on guidance and work direction to employees to support safe, efficient, and consistent completion of assigned growing activities.

Monitor the progress and completion of daily assignments, communicate delays or operational concerns, and assist with adjustments within established priorities and authority.

Train and assist employees in performing assigned tasks, using equipment, following work procedures, and meeting established safety and quality expectations.

Support the Growing Supervisor in communicating production priorities, work instructions, schedule changes, and operational expectations to employees.

Perform assigned crop monitoring, growing room checks, environmental observations, and related operational activities according to established procedures and instructions.

Identify and report unusual crop conditions, potential disease concerns, environmental irregularities, equipment malfunctions, and other production issues to the Growing Supervisor or designated technical personnel.

Assist with the implementation of approved crop management instructions, environmental adjustments, irrigation activities, and other growing-related tasks within assigned training and authority.

Monitor employee adherence to established work procedures, food safety, biosecurity, sanitation, and PPE requirements, reporting concerns to the Growing Supervisor.

Coordinate the availability and proper use of tools, materials, supplies, and equipment needed for assigned growing activities.

Assist employees with operational difficulties and routine troubleshooting within established procedures, training, and assigned authority.

Support communication and coordination between employees, Growing Supervisors, and other operational teams to maintain workflow and production continuity.

Complete and assist with required production records, work documentation, crop observations, and operational reports according to established procedures.

Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper handling of equipment and materials in assigned growing areas. Support the preparation and transition of growing rooms between production phases according to established schedules and supervisor instructions.

Assist the Growing Supervisor in identifying employee training needs, recurring operational issues, and opportunities to improve workflow and task execution.

Participate in required safety meetings, operational training, and continuous improvement activities.

Perform other related growing operations duties as assigned within the scope of the position. Skills Hands-on operational leadership and work coordination.

Employee guidance and on-the-job training.

Growing operations and crop care skills.

Daily task planning and prioritization.

Clear communication and teamwork.

Ability to follow and communicate technical instructions.

Observation and attention to detail.

Routine operational problem-solving.

Time management and work organization.

•Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time, year-round job that offers stability and opportunities for growth.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

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