What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grower position at Bela Flor Nurseries?
Come GROW with us! Bela Flor Nurseries, Inc. has an opening for an experienced grower at our Carthage, Missouri location. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, motivated team player!
Overview:
- Responsible for daily growing and decision-making for plant material and environment.
- Constant care and monitoring of range for optimum crop quality, climate and placement.
- Responsible for all aspects of growing, including watering, fertilizing, spraying, lighting and testing.
- Develop/document high quality standards for consistently growing crops using computer database, if applicable.
- Conduct trials/experiments to evaluate possible improvements to the crop.
- Perform/track soil, water, disease tests as needed.
- Identify/track/control insects.
- Assist in the development and implementation of specific fertilization programs.
- Interact/communicate with a dedicated, knowledgeable, friendly grower team.
- Identify crop problems and determine a solution.
Job requirements:
- Exhibit excellent leadership skills.
- Detail-oriented.
- Lead by example – set the highest possible standards for quality, efficiency, productivity and behavior.
- Utilize overtime hours as necessary to finish daily tasks.
- Demonstrate basic computer skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (Power Point and Access Database knowledge beneficial).
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.