Plant Production/Grower, Macomb

"A grower at Deneweth's leverages technology and wisdom
to produce the highest quality plants for our customers."
Status: This position has been filled.
 
Job Description:
  • Constant care and monitoring of range for optimum crop quality, climate, and placement.
  • Utilize Gemlink to monitor/control greenhouse environments.
  • Prepare ranges through disinfecting and validation of irrigation equipment functionality.
  • Routinely check the crop throughout the day irrigating as necessary.
  • Conduct trials/experiments utilizing different techniques and products to evaluate possible improvements to the crop quality, growing techniques, and reduction of environmental impact.
  • Perform weekly soil tests to monitor pH and salt levels making corrections as needed.
  • Perform weekly water test to validate water quality and injector settings/functionality.
  • Scout weekly to track/identify crop diseases or pest concerns.
  • Perform bi-weekly pesticide applications as needed to correct concerns.
  • Report daily to head grower to discuss tracked concerns and irrigation planning.
  • Attend off-premises conventions and classes.
  • Monitor and prioritize workflows and schedules through Toodledo.
  • Perform routine inspection of facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair and perform necessary maintenance work.
  • Monitor and assist plant line production as well as other duties as needed.
  • Hours range from 40 hours per week to 70 hours per week depending on season (please refer to the calendar below).
  • This position is based out of the Macomb location.
Requirements:
  • Exemplary performance in a team setting.
  • Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
  • Exhibit excellent leadership skills.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Growing experience preferred but not required. Willing to train for the right candidate.
  • Lead by example – set the highest possible standards for the quality, efficiency, productivity, and behavior.
  • Demonstrate computer skills.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift 75-100+ pounds and operate heavy machinery
  • Requires intermittent periods of physical activity such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, etc.
Benefits:
  • Holiday pay: Thanksgiving and the day after. Christmas and New Year's break (2 weeks off starting Christmas).
  • Off season flex time available upon request.
  • Vacation pay: 1 week; up to 2 weeks (vacation time not available during peak season April-June).
  • Provided a company iPhone to be used for work and personal use.
  • SIMPLE IRA: Match of employees elective deferrals up to 3% of the employee’s compensation.
  • Store discount: Up to 20% - 40% off of products.
Meet The Deneweth's Team!

Calendar Year as a grower

JANUARY - FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

MAY
Sun: Off
Mon - Fri: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat: Off
(40 hours/week)
Weeks 1 & 3
Sun: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Mon: Off
Tue: 9 am - 8:30 pm
Wed - Fri: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Sat: Off
(43 hours/week)
 
Weeks 2 & 4
Sun: Off
Mon - Wed: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Thu:Off
Fri - Sat: 8 am - 4:30 pm
(40 hours/week)
Weeks 1 & 3
Sun - Mon: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tue: 9am - 4:30 pm
Wed - Sat: 8 am - 4:30 pm
(59 hours/week)
 
Weeks 2 & 4
Sun: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Mon - Sat: 8 am - 4:30 pm
(56 hours/week)
Weeks 1 & 3
Sun - Mon: 8 am - 5:30 pm
Tue: 8 am - 10:30 pm
Wed: 8 am - 5:30 pm
Thu - Sat: 8 am - 5:30 pm
(68 hours/week)
 
Weeks 2 & 4
Sun: 8 am - 5:30 pm
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5:30 pm
Sat: 8 am - 5:30 pm
(63hours/week)

JUNE

JULY - AUGUST

SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER
Weeks 1 & 3
Sun: 9 am - 8:30 pm
Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5:30 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5:30 pm
(59 hours/week)
 
Weeks 2 & 4
Sun: 9 am - 5:30 pm
Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5:30 pm
Sat: 9 am - 5:30 pm
(56 hours/week)
Weeks 1 & 3
Sun: 9 am - 8:30 pm
Mon: Off
Tue - Fri: 9 am - 5:30 pm
Sat: Off
(43 hours/week)
 
Weeks 2 & 4
Sun: Off
Mon - Wed: 9 am - 5:30 pm
Thu:Off
Fri - Sat: 9 am - 5:30 pm
(40 hours/week)
Weeks 1 & 3
Sun: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Mon: Off
Tue: 12 pm - 8:30 pm
Wed - Fri: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Sat: Off
(40 hours/week)
 
Weeks 2 & 4
Sun: Off
Mon - Wed: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Thu:Off
Fri - Sat: 8 am - 4:30 pm
(40 hours/week)
Sun: Off
Mon - Fri: 8 am -4:30 pm
Sat: Off
(40hours/week)
 
Holiday Schedule:
2 weeks paid time off over Christmas and New Years
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