Floral Grower

ABOUT BEVO FARMS LTD.

Bevo Farms Ltd is the largest supplier of propagated plants in North America, providing greenhouses, field farms, nurseries, and wholesalers across the continent with healthy, vigorous, pest-and-disease-free plants. Bevo operates three sites in the lower mainland of British Columbia and two facilities in the province of Alberta.

SUMMARY

As the Grower Floral, you will lead the planning and direction of day-to-day greenhouse operations, transplanting, and related production and growing tasks as they relate to the propagation of floral plants. You will work together with the Director of Operations, to coordinate the efficient use of greenhouse resources and production personnel to ensure production timelines are met while maintaining Bevo quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish effective procedures to coordinate and manage all aspects of seeding, preparation, sticking, pruning, fertilizing, watering, lighting, temperature control, etc. Monitors crops for problems related to the above including the use of greenhouse equipment, space allocation, and facilities.
• Performs routine detailed inspections of crops for timely identification of problems and growth control. When needed, act to use plant growth regulators to rectify growth issues. Inspect the crop for parasites and fungi and take measures to prevent damage to the crop. Provides training to personnel to perform required duties and to ensure systematic back-ups are developed. Maintains and reviews with the Director of Operations the necessary records and corrective actions taken for quality non-conformance.
• In conjunction with the Director of Operations and Supervisor team, plans to obtain/assign greenhouse personnel to achieve proper labor force to workloads, training, ensuring adequate safety, and supporting strong workforce motivation. Weekend shifts may be required depending on the time of year.
• Reviews daily and weekly greenhouse production performance and communicates as necessary to senior management and sales staff, on variances to schedule or productivity. Maintains records and growth logs for climate settings, changes, spraying, biological introductions, irrigation cycles, and other information relevant to each product.
• Ensures sound hygiene and housekeeping practices are in place and maintained throughout the facility.
• Takes proactive steps to develop the skills of assigned personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Certificate, diploma, or degree in horticulture, floriculture, or agricultural science
• Knowledge of plant biology, flower varieties, soil preparation, irrigation, fertilizers, and pest/disease control
• Skills in plant propagation, pruning, and greenhouse or nursery management
• Practical hands-on experience of at least 2 years of experience through farm work, internships, or apprenticeships

LOCATION

Langley, BC ,Full time

PAY RANGE

$30-$40 based on experience

OBJECTIVES

This is how success is measured overall and are your primary objectives:

• Deliver on 99% achievement of sold numbers
• No less than 95% consistency of plant quality as measured by plant height/root length on all responsible varieties

EXPECTATIONS

• Leadership – Take ownership of your assigned area and understand the organization and senior leader's intent. Make timely/efficient decisions on resources including labor.
• Initiative – Don't wait for direction, if something needs to be done, do it. If unsure, or want a second opinion, ask. Never pass a fault.
• Communication – Don't hold information, pass on to the team things that you're seeing and concerns you may have. Communicate widely and up and down the leadership chain.
• Accountability – It's okay to make mistakes, own up to them, and learn from them.
• Growth – No we don't just expect that for the plants. We want to see you succeed and grow. Be open to change and differing opinions. Be curious.