Green Thumb Industries (GTI) · 1 month ago
Head Grower
Toledo, Ohio, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expGreen Thumb Industries is seeking a Head Grower to manage and direct their grow facilities and operations in Toledo, Ohio. The ideal candidate will lead the grow team, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance while also focusing on staff training and development.
Alternative MedicineCannabisMedical
Responsibilities
Manage and coordinate the daily grow operations and Grow process, including: taking clones, potting, transfers, watering, mixing, flower blocks, spraying, cleaning, maintenance, harvesting and schedules/timelines for each, equipment requirements and training/ development
Supports the General Manager with all compliance issues related to the Grow department
Supports the General Manager and HR/Compliance Manager in tracking the Grow department’s budget
Ensures constant updates are provided for any and all Grow-related equipment
Utilizes Grow labor force effectively to meet operating budgets
Conducts studies, identifies problems, recommends alternatives and implements solutions in coordination with the CEO
Continually reviews current systems for operational efficiency
Participate in developing and implementing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance GTI’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives for the grow team
Manage, supervise and direct the activities of assigned staff; make recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Assign work and monitor progress; guide, train and develop employees in the accomplishment of their duties and goals through professional growth
Direct and assist management of grow schedules, personnel and quality assurance practices
Assure compliance with local, state, and federal licensing requirements
Accurate data entry in inventory tracking systems
Will be required to be on-call and to respond to emergency situations at any time. This may include scheduling issues, potentially covering a vacant shift, facility issues and/ or human resources requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, related science degree and 5+ years managing professional production agriculture environment preferred, or Masters Degree preferred
5+ years of commercial greenhouse cultivation experience
Proven strategic experience in overseeing all aspects of professional production BigAg environments including equipment handling, production operations, processing and execution
Knowledgeable of growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation
Knowledge of plant diseases, insects, and fungi, as well as plant treatment options
Strong knowledge of plant varieties with high yield and /or disease and insect resistant characteristics
Experience building and managing high performance teams
Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Possesses a high level of critical thinking
Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb
Must have a solid understanding of the Cannabis laws, rules and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws
Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Must possess valid driver's license
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
Preferred
Cannabis growing experience preferred, not required
Benefits
Discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance
Company
Green Thumb Industries (GTI)
Green Thumb Industries Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$229.15MKey Investors
Valley National Bank
2024-09-12Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-17Post Ipo Equity· $78.08M
Leadership Team
Anthony Georgiadis
President
Recent News
New Cannabis Ventures
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