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Description
Innovative from the beginning, Mucci Group is proud of its open-minded approach, steady growth, and commitment to environmentally responsible business practices over the past 50 years.
Position Summary:
The Head Grower at Mucci Farms will coordinate all aspects of the produce development and applied plant science based production.
Position Responsibility and Accountability:
- Oversee 72 acres of production with grow light technology
- Determine nutrient and watering/moisture requirements
- Control pests by implementing integrated pest management (IPM)
- Control environmental conditions by regulating humidity, ventilation, and temperature utilizing Priva climate control software
- Communicates cultural or plant issues to management immediately
- Responsible for troubleshooting crop issues and diagnosis of unknown health or damage problems
- Maintain records of crop activities and observations, including pesticide applications and growth records
- Know specifications for each crop
- Develop growing schedules for strawberry production
- Help to troubleshoot greenhouse mechanical/environmental control systems
- Delegate, set routines and aid in the training of Grower Helpers/Assistants
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Operate and maintain equipment used in greenhouse operations including irrigation, fertilization, weed and pest monitoring etc.
- Work efficiently and independently within a team environment
- Maintain high standards of conduct and professionalism and lead team to success
Knowledge and Skills:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Grower/Manager in a high-tech glass greenhouse environment.
- Familiarity with Priva computer software
- Must have a strong understanding of plant growth, plant physiology and interaction with varying environmental conditions and requirements
- Must be familiar with horticulture nomenclature
- Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral and spoken) in English; additional language (Spanish) would be an asset.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Equivalent Education and experience
- Salary$55,000.00 to $85,000.00 / year (To be negotiated)
Physical Abilities:
Candidate must be physically fit and able to lift heavy material (up to 50lbs). There is a requirement to bend, climb, stand, sit, walk and kneel for prolonged periods of time.
Note: This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined and other duties may be assigned.