Grower - Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Greenhouse
Company: Local Bounti
Location: Pasco
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Pay Range in Pasco, WA: $90,000 - $120,000 DOELocal Bounti is a
leading--controlled environment agriculture (CEA)--company. Our
mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the
freshest, locally-grown produce in the fewest food miles
possible.Our mission is rooted in sustainability and in turn human
welfare.--By growing local we help eliminate food waste and provide
fresh, high-quality produce. Our--sustainable greenhouse
technology--delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our
crops, resulting in--90% less water consumption and 95% less land
use--than conventional agriculture,--no need for herbicides or
pesticides, and the--lowest carbon footprint in the industry. We
are--committed to the growth and cultivation of our employee s
well-being, so that our employees feel that they are in a career
environment that--enables them to thrive personally and
professionally.--We provide an educational and safe work
environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within
the company. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards
package to employees working over 30 hours a week.Competitive
PayIndoor Agriculture EnvironmentA culture focused on Work/Life
BalanceHealth, Dental, and Vision and very competitive contribution
ratesHealth Care Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings
AccountGenerous Vacation Time and 5 Sick days each year10 Company
Paid HolidaysImmediate access to participate in the 401(k) plan
with up to 5% company matchBasic and Voluntary Life /
AD&DVoluntary Accident and Critical Illness coverageVoluntary
STD/LTDAflacCaregiver SupportTraining and DevelopmentAdoption
Assistance ProgramCommuter Benefits (includes part-time and
seasonal staff)MarketPlace Perks at WorkFree Employee Assistance
Program services that focus on health physically, emotionally,
socially, and financially. Local Bounti employees are empowered,
valued, and respected. They have a passion for their work and for
Local Bounti s success. This shared passion for achievement is the
lifeblood of our company.Job Summary:The Grower is ultimately
responsible for all Quality Assurance aspects of the Company s
production activities.-- Working in under the Senior Grower and in
tandem with the Production Team (responsible for Quality Control),
there shall exist a continued feedback loop in an effort to improve
systems, processes, infrastructure, and techniques with the goal of
growing consistent, reliable high quality crops.-- It is the role
of the Quality Assurance to plan, develop, research and train,
whereas Quality Control is responsible for the execution of
parameters set forth by QA.----Duties/Responsibilities:Ensure
Exceptional Plant Health: Utilizing their experience and the
resources available to them, the Grower will be responsible for the
overall health of the plantsExpectations: Establish optimal growing
conditions for maximizing yield.Manage nutrient recipes and their
implementation into the system. Ensure growing systems are
continually maintaining pre-defined environmental ranges (temp,
humidity, Ph, nutrient balance).Manage facility IPM program keeping
pest pressure below economic thresholds. Provide input to ongoing
Research and Development initiatives and assist growers tasks with
Trial Programs. Ensure Exceptional Product Quality: Responsible for
growing products which meet or exceed quality
standards.Expectations: Establish product quality standards that
align with established company specifications such that there
exists uniformity and consistency from day to dayEnsure consistency
of product volume and yields from day to day and communicate daily
with facility leadership on upcoming expectations.Daily, weekly and
monthly yield forecasts will be reported and socialized openly.
Ensure all staff are aware of and have been trained on quality
expectations. Food Safety Compliance Responsible for ensuring that
product grown at the facility comply with company food safety
standards.Expectations: All procedures are in accordance with the
Company s food safety policies and staff has been trained and kept
up to date on any changes to said policy. Logs and records are
being completed and submitted in a timely and reliable manner.Will
notify supervisor immediately upon the occurrence of any potential
food safety incident perceived or otherwise. Recording, organizing
and communicating Growing Systems Data: Responsible the aggregation
of production data from the operation and to quickly and
efficiently communicate any issues that might affect
production.Expectations: Manage the collection, aggregation, and
communication of critical Greenhouse data.Be the source of truth
for all data sets pertaining to the greenhouse (i.e. nutrient
analysis, historical environmental data, chemical or additive
treatments, movement of plants or materials, etc.)Outcomes:Reliable
Yields: Develop and implement systems, and infrastructure that
ensures yield targets are consistently met. Consistent Quality:
Develop and implement systems, and infrastructure that ensures
quality targets are consistently met. Dependable Safety:-- Develop
and implement systems, and infrastructure that ensures food safety
targets are consistently met.Consistent Repeatable Execution:
Create a system of procedures and equipment that Production can
reliably execute on growing amazing plants day in and day out.--
Systems should be scalable in order to support facility expansions
and provide a Play Book for future facilities.----Required
Skills/Abilities:Determine Wholistic Training Program Requirements:
Responsible for employee training requirements across the company.
Expectations:Develop and publish training requirements such that
all stakeholders are aware of what they must be trained on given
their employment level.Tie training accomplishments to employment
levels.Maintain on-going, up to date employee training
records.Ensure proper documentation of trainings are recorded and
stored in such a manner that they are easily referenced in the
event of a food safety audit or HR decision. The training program
shall reflect and reinforce the Company s mission, vision, values,
and culture.Development of Training Materials: Responsible for the
development of training materials to satisfy the requirements set
forth above in section 1.--Expectations:Ensure adequate training
materials are available and up to date for all required
training.Develop unique or original training materials for systems
or processes particular to the Company s modus operandi. Identify,
vet, and institute third party training materials when
appropriate.Work with leadership to establish an annual training
budget which includes but is not limited to training materials,
supplies, courses, travel, etc.Aggregate Training Program materials
into a facility launch play book, making regular updates as changes
occur.--Conduct Training Activities: Responsible for administering
training program to Company staff or related
stakeholders.Expectations: Regularly conduct training session for
new hires to ensure they meet the minimum training requirements to
carry out tasks identified in their initial job descriptionsAs
required in section 1 above, ensure regular (quarterly,
semi-annual, or annual) RE-training of employees is carried out in
a timely manner.Ensure employee understanding and comprehension of
training materials through various methods (testing, spot checks,
audits, etc.).Facilitate the scheduling, registration, or any
prerequisites for training sessions employees might
encounter.Accountable for moving employees through their training
progression schedule as set forth in section 1 above in a timely
manner.Ensure yourself stays up to date with any and all
certifications required to administer said Training Program
materials.-- Additionally, actively research and seek out
additional educational or certificate opportunities which could
elevate your abilities in this realm. Outcomes:Fully Trained Staff:
All staff will have been trained in accordance with their job
description and their area of focus within the facility.Employee
Empowerment and Progression via Training Program: Employees are
aware of what training sessions are needed for them to progress
their careers across the entire facility and opportunities for them
to do so are made available. Zero Production Interference due to
lack of Training : Employees are sufficiently trained such that
their skill sets and understanding of processes does not pose an
imminent risk to production. Zero Safety Incidents due to lack of
Training: Employees are sufficiently trained such that their skill
sets and understanding of processes does not pose an imminent risk
to personal or food safety.Scalable Training Program Play Book :
Production of a comprehensive Training Program Play Book that can
be scaled to multiple facilities and can be administered by
multiple
Trainers. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in
Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science, CEA, or another Growing
related degree from a four-year college or university plus at least
5 years of experience;Or Associate s degree in one of the
aforementioned degrees, plus 7 years of growing experience;Or at
least 10 years of experience without a college degree;Experience
listed in the requirements above must be in greenhouse plant
growing with no less than one full year of experience in High Tech
CEA Greenhouses using Priva, Hoogendorn, Hortimax or another
climate management system;Experience growing leafy greens highly
preferred.--Physical Demands:(Physical demands are a general guide
and specific positions will vary based on working conditions,
locations and facility/department needs)--The working environment
is subject to pressure for multiple calls, inquiries, and
interruptions.Hearing: perceiving the nature of sound by ear.
Lifting: raising or lowering objects weighing no more than 10
pounds, from one level to another. Mental Demands: mathematical
reasoning, memorization, oral comprehension, spatial orientation,
and written comprehension. Sitting: remaining in the normal seated
position. Stooping: bending the body by bending the spine at the
waist. Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken
words. Vision Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or
less
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