Production Manager

Moss Hill Foliage Inc. has an opening for a full time Production Manager.

We operate 137,000 square feet of climate controlled, gutter connected greenhouses in Apopka, Florida, the self-proclaimed “Foliage Capital of the World”. We are primarily focused on the production of finished tropical foliage cellpack materials.

You will be working closely with your team of approximately 30 production staff members and will be responsible for maintaining orderly transitions while assigning daily tasks in an efficient manner. Your responsibilities will consist of the supervision of the soil team, sowers, transplanters, graders, and order pulling of scheduled products for shipping. You will work closely with your assistant and section leads to ensure production standards as well as team morale is always up to Moss Hill Standards.

You will work closely with the Operations manager to complete the weekly production schedule and tasks list. Also, the moving and spacing of products while maintaining a neat and clean facility.

A successful candidate must have verifiable experience in a leadership role. Must be a person of good character maintaining a high level of integrity and work ethics. Exhibit confidence in self and others. Treats people with respect. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Effectively influences actions and opinions of others while maintaining the ability to accept feedback from others.

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of production team.
• Responsible for training of production team in all tasks and able to complete said tasks personally and efficiently.
• Responsible for proper delegation of assigned tasks for every team member based on individual strengths.
• Gives authority to work independently and provides recognition for results.
• Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in all responsibilities.
• Must work proficiently with other department heads, i.e., operations manager, general manager, head growers, shipping, and maintenance departments.
• Observe foliage for proper moisture content and pest prevention as a secondary line of defense regarding quality control.
• Contribute to building positive team spirit.
• Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Constantly look for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Occasionally committing to longer hours of work when necessary to complete weekly production schedule.
• Follow instructions well.
• Respond appropriately to management directions.
• Take responsibility for own actions and keep commitments.
• Maintain a healthy enjoyable work environment.
• Adhere to company policies regarding employee health and safety.
• Must enjoy the Horticulture environment and care & maintenance of tropical foliage
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• Proficient in English and Spanish
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• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Ability to Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully and can develop alternative solutions.
• Must work well in group problem solving situations exhibiting objectivity and openness to others' views as well as giving and welcome feedback.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and team members.
• Ability to use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Must be comfortable working in a warm greenhouse environment.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Diploma or Degree in Science/Horticulture/Production
  or
  equivalent experience Minimum of 2 years of supervisory and nursery industry/horticulture experience;
  Practical experience and knowledge in plant cultivation.

Job Type: Full-time

Starting Pay: $28.00 - $36.00 (depending on experience)

• Paid Time Off
• 7 paid holidays off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• production supervisor: 2 years (Preferred)
• Supervising: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Language:

• English and Spanish (Required)
• United States (Required)

Work Location:

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

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