Crop Production Manager (Forest Seedlings)

  • Full-time

Company Description

Love what you do:

PRT is the largest commercial-scale containerized growing provider in North America for a wide range of forestry seedling species. Be part of a team of people that grows trees for our future forests! PRT has capacity to grow and sell more than 335 million baby trees annually, across its 19 nursery locations, in 4 provinces and 4 states.

Job Description

Position Summary:

As a member of the local management team you will have the opportunity to work with the most innovative conifer seedling producer in the industry with a focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, you will oversee all aspects of greenhouse and open compound seedling production as part of an experienced team that takes pride in meeting our customer expectations. Your focus will include crop culture, continuous improvement activities, customer focus, and safe work procedures.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

The ideal candidate will have:

o    A  degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

o    Five or more years of horticulture or crop production experience

o    Strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook

o    Experience leading and managing crop production teams

o    Strong planning, organization, and time management skills

o    Knowledge or experience with continuous process improvement in a production environment

o    Ability to problem solve and conduct root cause analysis

Additional Information

Compensation, Benefits & Workplace Culture:

o    Highly competitive annual salary matching your level of experience and ability

o    Bonus incentive program – up to 10% of annual salary

o    Matching 401K program

o    Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of extended health and dental

o    Relocation allowance (if applicable)

o    Our PRT nurseries are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the “green” nature of our business and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.

o    We provide a supportive team structured workplace, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to the environment.

Location:

PRT Hubbard is located in Hubbard OR, a small town with a big heart. Hubbard is in Marion County about 45 minutes from the Portland Airport. A pleasant climate, the city of Hubbard offers excellent recreational facilities, including equestrian and wine tours, golf and nearby swimming pools. A quick drive east of the city to Mount Hood, Oregon’s tallest peak, offers four seasons of fun; from camping, hiking and fishing to nearly year-round skiing. Just 90 minutes to Oregon’s rugged coastline and quaint beach towns with family attractions such as public beaches, artistic enclaves, delectable meals and surfing. PRT’s Nursery location is a 28 acre site, with 30+ species, 70+ products, grown in greenhouses and outdoor compounds.

About PRT USA:

PRT operates a diverse network of nurseries in Canada and the United States enabling us to grow a wide variety of high-quality container forest seedlings for all climatic and site conditions. Annual production of over 335 million seedlings makes PRT the largest producer of containerized forest seedlings in North America. We grow trees for customers from Alaska to the Gulf Coast and everywhere in between.

How to Apply:

Please apply through the PRT Career Page of our website at Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd. Applications will be accepted until the suitable candidate is found. Please check out our Career video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsvfZdw_9m0

Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

 

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