Greenhouse Production Manager

Work Schedule: Weekday schedule with rotating weekend shifts

Location: South Shore of Montreal, in Saint-Patrice-de-Sherrington

Job Description

Reporting to our Greenhouse Director, the Greenhouse Production Manager will play a key role in launching the operations of Vegpro’s very first semi-closed glass greenhouse dedicated to lettuce production. This highly technological complex features a fully automated production system and climate control.

In this role, you will be responsible for all crop and harvesting operations, working closely with your production teams to optimize yield and overall crop performance. You will also be responsible for ensuring strict compliance with all health and safety policies, good agricultural practices, and food safety standards.

Through your strong and inspiring leadership, you will actively contribute to developing your team’s knowledge and skills, while preparing future succession and supporting the ongoing growth of your workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

Plan activities in line with the automated growth process

Regularly visit greenhouse sections to investigate, document, anticipate, and resolve crop-related issues

Adjust planning based on operational constraints in collaboration with packaging operations teams

Implement standard operating procedures and ensure proper training

Continuously improve processes to optimize production, product quality, and crop performance

Create, maintain, and improve key performance indicators

Lead and participate in research and development projects

Optimize the potential of each crop based on production conditions (growth curves, cultivars, phytosanitary challenges, etc.)

Prepare and communicate harvest forecasts

Contribute to the selection of future cultivars

Ensure that climate management, irrigation, and pest and disease monitoring programs are in place and properly documented

Prepare production summary reports and propose improvements

Participate in research and development projects

Health & Safety, Good Agricultural Practices, and Food Safety

Comply with and ensure adherence to all health and safety policies, good agricultural practices (GAP), and food safety procedures

Follow safety standards and measures, and report any hazardous situation or potential contamination

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Ensure that employees work safely by following established codes and measures, including the mandatory use of personal protective equipment

Advantages and benefits offered

- Employee discount on the product

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Competitive compensation

- On-site parking

- Life insurance

- Benefits (medical and dental)

- Telemedicine

Knowledge and skills sought

Excellent ability to work effectively as part of a team and in a collaborative environment

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or any other relevant field

Over 10 years of experience in agronomy; specific experience in lettuce production is considered a significant asset

Proficiency in spoken and written French and English is mandatory to ensure effective communication and collaboration with teams, internal departments, and external partners

Knowledge of Spanish is considered an asset to facilitate communication with international temporary workers

Demonstrated leadership with diverse and multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge of the Green Automation production system is considered an asset

Knowledge of the Hoogendoorn climate control and management system is considered an asset

Strong analytical and observational skills, sound judgment, and a holistic perspective

Curiosity, ambition, and commitment

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities

Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues and provide clear direction

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and manage one’s own tasks effectively

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