We are looking for a full-time Assistant Grower to join our team as we continue to expand our greenhouses. Headquartered in Byron Center, MI, Henry Mast Greenhouses is a third-generation, family-owned business serving large-scale retail centers for the Midwest region. More than 60 years of growing quality flowering plants and holiday crops have catapulted us in the top 100 growers in the United States.
What You Will Do
As an Assistant Grower you will be responsible for assisting the Section Growers with performing requirements needed for each crop by watering, applying fertilizers and other chemicals to plants to ensure maximum quality product is delivered to our customers by performing the following tasks:
- Water crops on a consistent basis.
- Monitor and inspects crops on a regular basis for conditions such as leaf texture, bloom size and the existence of pests or disease and removes substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality standards.
- Mix and apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and growth regulator applications as instruction by Section Growers and maintain records of all chemical applications.
- Perform soil tests, collect data and report to Section Grower.
- Keep educated and updated on knowledge of growing techniques and technologies.
- Assist with planting production general labor as needed.
- Perform other related general labor duties and tasks as required.
Knowledge and Skills
- Highschool Diploma, GED or equivalent industry experience.
- One (1) year of experience in irrigation, watering/spraying crops, and/or working in a greenhouse or similar environment caring for live plants.
- Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets and OSHA policies and procedures.
- Able to work overtime during the busy season.
- Great work ethic with willingness to do what it takes to get the job done to a high standard, learn and develop.
- Passion for plant life and care with strong attention to detail.
- Positive attitude.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent daily walking and standing.
- Ability to push and pull carts.
- Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb step ladders.
- Ability to reach above shoulders to hang baskets up to 15 pounds.
What You Get
Excellent benefits package including:
· Paid Time Off (PTO)
· Medical
· Dental
· Vision
· Flexible Spending for Medical and Dependent Care
· Company-paid Life Insurance
· Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Short-term Disability, Term Life Insurance)
· 401k with Company Match
Discretionary bonus opportunities!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- caring for plants: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person