What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transplant Production Specialist position at Gritt's Midway Greenhouse?
Major Position Responsibilities:
1. Perform all procedures of plant propagation and production including filling pots, planting new starts, transplanting new and mature plants, moving and spacing plants, loading and unloading carts.
2. Take a lead role in managing the planting schedule and ensuring the count is correct, special orders are labeled accordingly and product is moved-out and unloaded in a timely manner.
3. Enter Data and manage Crop Records concisely.
4. Manage the young plants/plugs for transplanting and eliminate loss from lack of care/attention.
5. Tending to existing plants including pinching, trimming, cleaning, and reshaping.
6. Harvesting and packing produce, as needed.
7. Keep work area clean and organized: all tools, equipment etc, returned to proper place each day.
8. Perform other general duties as assigned by the General Management and other management as required.
Experience: Greenhouse experience helpful.
Required Skills:
1. Ability to perform physical labor for entire work period.
2. Ability to tolerate extreme temperatures in working facilities.
3. Ability to stand on your feet all day.
4. Ability and willingness to instruct and lead others.
5. Ability to get to work reliably and on time and to be flexible enough to work overtime as needed. The normal 8 hour work day is from 7am to 3:30 PM, Mon-Fri. However, long days will be necessary during busy seasons and weekend work may be necessary, on occasion.
6. Detail oriented and ability to keep good records.
7. Good Mechanical Ability important when using automated equipment.
Additional Information:
Due to the seasonal nature of this business, you will be required to work overtime during our busiest seasons. Usually in the Spring, Summer, and Fall, on occasion.
Vacation:
Vacation time will be allowed anytime during the calendar year with the exception of the following days: March 1 through May 31 and the week prior to Thanksgiving through December 21. Fall can be a busy time also: from mid-August through the end of September is a difficult time to be off work. Only one employee per vacation day per department will be allowed unless approved by management. All Vacation must be approved by your Supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Red House, WV 25168: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $13 - $15