One Floral Group is a wholesale flower producer that provides tailored floral solutions to retail customers throughout North America and is one of the fastest growing producers of floral products.
Our business has over four million square feet of growing and production space in more than six facilities in three different climate zones.
We have the ability to grow and build a variety of products, including potted plants and planters, outdoor lawn and garden plants, and vegetable propagation in the best conditions.
Reporting to the Senior Grower, this position will assist with all aspects of the production of quality plants. This position is responsible for carrying out the daily tasks assigned by the Growers ensuring efficiency and timely task completion.
Core competencies required :
Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture or similar
Experience in Greenhouse / Horticulture Operations an asset
Willing to relocate to Texas
Computer skills, especially Microsoft Office an asset
Excellent communication and follow through skills
Detail oriented and organized
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, showing initiative and good judgement
Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks and requests
Flexibility with schedule - hours may vary and be able to work extended hours during peak harvest periods, weekends, Holidays
English communication
Spanish is a plus
Primary Responsibilities
Review crop schedules, growing protocols and best practices to grow crops on specs and standards.
Growing plugs, rooted cuttings, potted plants, field crops and maintenance of plants, as instructed by the Grower or Senior Grower while being focus in meeting spec and standards.
Providing assistance to Growers in the maintenance of crops.
Control watering and irrigation of crops; Check on regular basis mist, fog, drips and flood systems (PRIVA).
Spraying, fogging and bio applications to prevent and control pests and diseases on crops.
Monitor and test fertilizer solutions and media PH, EC and tank sampling and fertilizer mixing.
Implement Integrated Pest Management practices directed by Head Grower.
Maintaining and cleaning underground tanks, nozzles on booms and mist lines and hand disinfectants.
Monitor daily activities to determine opportunities for improvement in productivity, efficiency and quality.
Openly and honestly communicate with all employees to build trust and effective teamwork as well as encourage employee involvement to achieve shared organizational objectives.
Follow and adhere to Best Practices under the direction of the Growers and Senior Grower.
Regular crop walks with the Growers.
Ensure that all employee questions, suggestions and concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
On call to respond to alarms or greenhouse related emergencies in rotation with other team members.
Other duties as assigned by the Senior Grower.
Health and Safety
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
Recognize unsafe conditions and practices, and make corrections to prevent injuries and property loss.
Support by completing safety inspections on the Greenhouse area as well as being involved in incident investigation and inspection programs.
Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in the Greenhouse or open fields.
Some physical effort is required as well as some exposure to physical risk.
Constant change in temperature, from Greenhouse to Coolers and Open fields.
Extended hours during peak Harvest periods.
Weekend Grower rotation and Holidays as required.
Last updated : 2024-05-12
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