Head Grower

HEAD GROWER

Reports to: Director of Growing, East

Onsite: Monday – Friday

THE ROLE 

The Head Grower is a senior leadership position within the company whose primary role is to manage all aspects of crop production to achieve best in class yields and quality for the designated greenhouse region. With two direct reports, you’ll oversee and mentor the Assistant Grower and Growing Specialist. This role reports to the Director of Growing East and works closely with the region Plant Manager.   

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Yield & Quality 

• Oversee yield & quality for all crops to achieve company targets 

• Use data driven approach to manage all areas of crop production 

• Climate Management & Irrigation Schedules 

• Oversee climate strategy for all plants and compartments 

• Determine optimal settings for all greenhouse equipment and irrigation 

• Evaluates climate strategy impact on energy use and yield 

• Greenhouse Management 

• Oversee and determine all cultural practices for young plant production  

• Oversee IPM Program – compliance, record keeping and IPM strategy 

• Oversee young plant program- dictating nursery culture and strategies 

• Monitor functioning of greenhouse, production and irrigation equipment regularly with Maintenance Supervisor 

• Oversee plant nutrition program 

• Review crop schedules and adjust as needed for sales, operations or plant needs 

• Provide training to operations team as needed on crop specific tasks 

• Facilitate a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork 

• Provide continuous climate management training to the assistant grower 

• Ensure proper documentation of growing KPIs in central growing dashboard 

• Document all growing strategies and targets in the facility roadmap 

• Manage plant nutrient calculator to determine add-ins and communicate to growing specialist via print outs. 

• Cost Tracking 

• Review of agricultural supplies spending to report to the Director of Growing
• Lead by example and develop high-performing direct reports through setting clear metrics, goals, and accountability

WHO YOU ARE

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Plant Science, Horticulture or Related Field
• 5-10 years’ experience in management role in commercial greenhouse production
• Understanding of all aspects of crop production and growing in CEA
• Experience with climate control software platforms
• Extremely well organized
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills
• Able to drive cross-functional alignment, especially with facility Plant Manager
• Onsite Monday – Friday in Davis, CA
• Employment Authorized to Work in the U.S.A.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Plant Science, Horticulture or Related Field
• Commercial production experience in hydroponics
• Commercial production experience in leafy greens and herbs
• Superior problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with business intelligence systems
• Passionate commitment to the company vision

WHO WE ARE

Gotham Greens is on a mission to transform how and where fresh produce is grown. We are a pioneer in urban indoor agriculture and a leading fresh produce and food company. Through our national network of local high-tech farms, Gotham Greens delivers fresh, long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings and pesto dips. all year round to retail, restaurant and foodservice customers. Founded in 2009, the company opened its first greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., shortly thereafter. Today, Gotham Greens operates +1,500,000 square feet of high-tech greenhouse in 12 locations across nine U.S. states.

Our team of 600+ full-time team members are hard-working, supportive and passionate about sustainable urban agriculture. We work to create an environment that is caring, fun and collaborative. Gotham Greens is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicant interest only; please no external recruiters.