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Employment Opportunity
Sheridan Nurseries Glen Williams Farm is actively searching for a:
Field Grower
Permanent, Full Time
**About the Job**:
Reporting to the Head Grower, the Field Grower will be responsible for overseeing the crops and team members within the field production areas. You will be responsible for meeting production timelines and sales forecast targets, as well as maintaining the general upkeep and standards of excellence for all plant material contained within the production areas.
**Your Accountabilities**:

- Monitor fields and crops daily, supervising all activities and collecting KPI data.
- Assist in implementation of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.
- Responsible for irrigation/nutrition program of field grown crops.
- Maintain accurate inventory of field stock.
- Plan and manage crop activities through the growing cycle (Planting, Budding, Weeding, Harvesting etc.)
- Train staff working within the assigned section to perform efficiently and effectively.
- Maintain growing records (plant growth, fertilization, pest problems, and treatments).
- Meet production timelines, developing innovative techniques to increase productivity.
- Trial new crops or varieties to expand the business.
- Promote a safe and healthy working environment.
- Join other work crews as priorities require at the direction of Management.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and have a full G driver’s license.
- Minimum 2-3 years of full crop responsibility. Commercial field growing experience an asset.
- Have or be willing to obtain a Grower pesticide applicators license.
- Have or be willing to obtain a First Aid certificate.
- Effective communication, organization, and leadership skills.
- Ability to problem solve and make decisions with an attention to detail.
- Resourceful and works well independently while supervising a crew.
- Ability to adapt and prioritize multiple tasks and situations with effective time management skills.
- Experience with MS Office Suite programs, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- You are punctual and dependable, and highly value honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Flexibility to work outdoors for a variety of shifts including day, evening, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Plant cultural responsibility begins at planting and extends through harvest.
- This job requires extended periods of walking and standing, as well as the ability to lift 50lbs and work in various weather conditions and environments.

**Our Vision, Mission, & Values**:
At Sheridan Nurseries we aim to delight our associates, guests, and business partners in everything we do. Independently owned and operated for over 100 years, we are committed to growing the highest quality plants at our local farms, curating the best-in-class home, garden, and lifestyle products and services, delivering unrivaled guest service and satisfaction, and providing meaningful and rewarding careers to our employees. We always strive to inspire and share our knowledge, passion, and expertise to build confidence, loyalty, and trust, while protecting our planet with industry leading environmentally sustainable initiatives and giving back to our local communities and charities.
Our vision is “To inspire people to never stop growing”.
At Sheridan we seek people who will continually strengthen our culture. We work hard to ensure our culture is something we feel proud of and allows us to bring our best selves to work every day. And a great culture starts with values. We have clearly defined values which are embedded in everything that we do so that they are lived and breathed daily.
**If you share our values of**:
1. Doing What’s Right
2. Being Performance Driven
3. Learning and Growing Together
4. Being Externally Focused
5. Having Bias for Action
Then this is the position for you
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
If selected, please advise if you require special accommodation to attend the interview.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.