Director, Outdoor Cultivation

Green Thumb
US - Florida - Altamonte Springs
September 26, 2024
Management

The Role

We are in search for a Head Grower to manage and direct our grow facilities and operations in Florida We're looking for someone who lights up the charts when it comes to ensuring efficiency, refining procedures, and keeping morale sky-high.
A natural leader, the Head Grower will be deeply involved in the training and education of grow staff members as well as in the continual process of reviewing operating procedures, guidelines, and policies.
We're looking for someone with a bit of a creative strain who can help develop cultural norms and organizational tools for the grow team and its daily tasks.
Finally, any good manager knows that running a smooth cultivation center is a joint effort-and the person in the Head Grower position will serve as the vital link between the grow team and the General Manager in Florida and corporate GTI.
Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the daily grow operations and Grow process, including:
taking clones, potting, transfers, watering, mixing, flower blocks, spraying, cleaning, maintenance, harvesting and schedules/timelines for each, equipment requirements and training/ development.
Supports the General Manager with all compliance issues related to the Grow department.
Supports the General Manager and HR/Compliance Manager in tracking the Grow department's budget.
Ensures constant updates are provided for any and all Grow-related equipment.
Utilizes Grow labor force effectively to meet operating budgets.
Conducts studies, identifies problems, recommends alternatives and implements solutions in coordination with the CEO.
Continually reviews current systems for operational efficiency.
Participate in developing and implementing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance GTI's mission, vision, goals, and objectives for the grow team
Manage, supervise and direct the activities of assigned staff; make recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees.
Assign work and monitor progress; guide, train and develop employees in the accomplishment of their duties and goals through professional growth
Direct and assist management of grow schedules, personnel and quality assurance practices
Assure compliance with local, state, and federal licensing requirements
Accurate data entry in inventory tracking systems
Will be required to be on-call and to respond to emergency situations at any time.
This may include scheduling issues, potentially covering a vacant shift, facility issues and/ or human resources requirements.
Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, related science degree and 5+ years managing professional production agriculture environment, Masters Degree preferred.
5+ years of commercial greenhouse cultivation experience
Proven strategic experience in overseeing all aspects of professional production BigAg environments including equipment handling, production operations, processing and execution
Knowledgeable of growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation
Knowledge of plant diseases, insects, and fungi, as well as plant treatment options
Strong knowledge of plant varieties with high yield and /or disease and insect resistant characteristics
Cannabis growing experience preferred, not required
Experience building and managing high performance teams.
Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Possesses a high level of critical thinking
Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb
Must have a solid understanding of the Cannabis laws, rules and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws.

Additional Requirements

Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Must possess valid driver's license
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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