What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grower position at Ball Horticultural Company?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Grower
Arroyo Grande, CA • Ball FloraPlant
Description
To help “Color the World” and bring excitement in the world of flowers to our customers, this key Grower position supports the breeding, product development and culture research staff by producing and maintaining quality plant material for research trials and marketing events, while keeping the facility clean and operating efficiently. This position is responsible for the plant health and quality of crops in assigned zones and will focus on the watering, fertilizing, media testing, cutting stock maintenance, as well as the monitoring and treatment of pests and diseases in those assigned crops. Position includes strong participation in the facility’s Integrated Pest Management program and includes crop scouting and general pesticide applications.
Job Responsibilities
- Learning and following greenhouse sanitation and safety policies, processes, and procedures to ensure all plant material and work areas safe and sanitary for research.
- Assist in all aspects of growing plants for breeding, research trials, and marketing events, including watering, fertilizing, spraying, PGR applications, plant movement.
- Identify pests and/or disease problems and recommend appropriate corrective measures to the Head Grower.
- Assist with assembling, filling, and setting out containers used in propagation and transplanting.
- Performing general computer data entry to ensure accurate record keeping.
- Participate in the weekend and holiday watering schedule.
Our promise to you
Ball is a global leader in horticulture: we develop, produce, and sell plants around the world. Our vision is to color the world through our customers. We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.
In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
- 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
- Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs
Requirements
- Previous greenhouse or nursey experience preferred
- High School Diploma or GED desired
- Must have manual dexterity for harvesting and propagating
- Ability to speak and understanding of common English words used in the greenhouse and office needed.
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
- Must be able to work independently and in teams
- Positive attitude and the willingness to take direction and learn
- Makes sound decisions, even in the absence of complete information.
- Evaluates pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options
- Readily learns and adopts new technologies
Physical Requirements Growers will work inside greenhouses and outside in fields and must be able to tolerate working in hot, cold, humid, wet, and windy conditions. Additional physical requirements include standing for long periods of time, stooping, or bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting, and lifting and carrying materials weighing up to fifty pounds.
Requirement Details of Requirements % per day
Lift/Carry 50 Lbs 15 %
Pushing/Pulling 25 Lbs 20 %
Sitting/Standing 100 %
Kneeling/Bending 20 %
Reaching 20 %
Hands/Fingers 100 %
Environmental Conditions Indoor & Outdoor 40F-100F Up to 100%
Salary : $36,700 - $46,500
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