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Hiring Now: Nursery Growing Yard Manager (Mecca)
Norman's Nursery
92477 National Ave
compensation:
$30-40/hr (Depending on experience)
employment type:
full-time
experience level:
senior level
job title:
Growing Yard Manager (Mecca)
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Yard Manager with expertise in horticultural operations and proven experience managing production in a desert climate. Will oversee all aspects of the growing yard in the Coachella Valley.
Responsibilities:
• This is a hands-on position working outdoors, managing 100 acres of growing yard operations, including coordination of staff and contractors, as well as materials and equipment inventory.
• Conduct systematic product monitoring to diagnose and resolve issues related to fertilizers, irrigation, as well as pests, diseases, and weeds – maintaining a sufficient inventory of high-quality, healthy plants.
• Ensure that all equipment used in operations, such as forklifts and loaders, is properly maintained and serviced.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, communicate real-time production status to sales and management, achieve revenue and profit targets, and effectively manage materials, labor, schedules, and costs.
• Build and develop high-performing production teams through strategic hiring, comprehensive training, ongoing coaching, and performance management.
• Efficiently manage staffing levels, hiring employees as needed, and scheduling work hours to meet operational requirements, while monitoring and controlling overtime hours as necessary.
• Drive business growth through production excellence by delivering accurate production forecasts, refining schedules, maximizing plant quality and health, minimizing waste, and ensuring shipment readiness.
• Ensure a safe work environment for employees and customers by enforcing safety protocols and procedures, including proper equipment use, PPE compliance, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
• Stay current on pesticide management regulations and ensure all production employees are properly trained and compliant with applicable worker protection standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Strong knowledge of nursery operations, including plant development stages and care requirements.
• Knowledge of different types of plant diseases, fertilizers, chemicals, plant growth regulators (PGRs), herbicides, and plant rotation practices.
• Ability and understanding of systems to effectively irrigate plants using various irrigation methods.
• Minimum 5 years of strong leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Innovation mindset: Continuous improvement culture focused on high quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of state agricultural regulations, safety standards, and pesticide application compliance.
• Experience with OSHA Safety Laws and Regulations.
• Familiarity with California wage and hour laws.
• The candidate must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind
• Qualified Pesticide Applicator license preferred
• Proficiency in Windows-based programs such as Excel, Word, and Office.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30-40/hour (Depending on experience)
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Holiday Pay
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.