Grower I
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Job Title:G rower I Business Unit:G rowing Locations: Madisonville TX140MTX Reports To: Growing Agriculture Manager Work Schedule: Generally 5-day work week Travel Time %: None Position Type: Full-time FLSA Status: ExemptAbout the Role: The Grower 1 provides guidance, direction, and insight into the growing staff, oriented toward the hands-on aspects of growing. Through experience and training, the individual could eventually direct any or all aspects of the growing process. This is a full-time salaried exempt position with benefits. Schedule varies depending upon the needs of the department.Core Responsibilities:Consistently deliver high-quality mushroom crops.Production forecasting. Monitor the quality and inventory of raw materials.Monitor, maintain, and improve cost efficiencies via Lean Six Sigma.Ensure compliance with company safety policies, GMPs, Food Safety, and sanitation policies.Maintain monthly pesticide and food safety documentation.Observes and practices safety and housekeeping procedures at all times. Attends and/or conducts Safety Meetings. Complete work orders and ensure work is done in a timely manner?Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:Assist in weekly reports in the functional work areaComplete work orders and ensure work is done in a timely mannerObtain a pesticide applicators licenseOther duties as assignedSupervisory Responsibility: In addition to managing current direct reports; this position manages all employees of the department and is responsible for the performance management within that department.Responsible for interviewing, selecting, and training direct reports.Is responsible for reviewing performance and administers corrective action.Plans the work schedules, assigns duties, tracks absenteeism and reviews work to ensure quality standards.Responsible for monitoring work for legal or regulatory compliance.Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:Knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelStrong mathematical skillsDemonstrated leadership qualities; must be a team player Good interpersonal skills for effective communications with management, peers, and subordinates.Education and Work Experience: Required:High School Diploma requiredDesired:Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).Some experience in the cultivation of mushrooms preferredCollege education preferred.Equal Opportunity Employer/ Veterans/ Disabled For full details, including physical demands, request the full job description