Assistant Grower

Hiring: Q4 2019/Q1 2020

About AppHarvest:
AppHarvest is building large-scale high-tech greenhouses in Central Appalachia with a goal to make Eastern Kentucky the AgTech capital of America. Our mission is backed by ValueAct Capital Founder and CEO Jeffrey W. Ubben and Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund, led by AOL Co-founder Steve Case and best-selling author J.D. Vance. 

About Role:
 As the Assistant Grower, you will be assisting with the management of growing operations for AppHarvest’s 60 acre hydroponic greenhouse facility. 

What You’ll Do:
  • Assists with growing produce commodities.
  • Works with the Labor Manager to plan and execute crop work. 
  • Ensures crop work is completed on time and within quality requirements. 
  • Works with IPM Manager to manage pest and disease control.
  • Assists in fertilization, irrigation, and climate control needs.  
  • Interprets measured data from crop and climate registration. 
  • Validates scouting reports to confirm accuracy and reliability. 
  • Assists with the timely implementation of management’s plant health plan directives.   
  • Performs soil, water, and disease tests as needed. 
  • Facilitates trials of new products prior to use within the facility.
  • Ensures on-time placement of product orders for scouting needs.   
  • Maintains up to date records and reports.
  • Provides support for and adheres to food and health safety standards. 

Key Competencies:
  • Passion 
  • Flexibility
  • Leadership
  • Verbal & Written Communication Proficiency 
  • Integrity
  • Self-motivated
  • Collaborative Skills
  • Professionalism 
  • Organizational Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Self-starter

Qualifications: 
  • Degree in Chemistry, Horticulture, or Agriculture or equivalent experience. 
  • Minimum three years experience in horticulture.
  • Management experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge of horticultural pests, diseases, and safety standards identification.
  • Experience in greenhouse growing facilities preferred. 
  • Knowledge of PRIVA and experience with technical greenhouse systems is a plus.  

Our Core Values:
  • Grit and Tenacity. You embrace challenges with courage and resolve. Your strength of character and work ethic define you.
  • Passion and Dedication to Sustainability. You constantly strive for excellence as you drive positive environmental change in the agriculture industry and seek to improve lives in the community.
  • Proactive and Entrepreneurial. You embody a “we can figure it out” mentality and challenge any notion that “this can’t be done.” You’re not afraid to tackle big problems through rapid experimentation to create long-term impact.
  • Radical Transparency and Trust. You operate openly and honestly, taking full responsibility for your actions.
  • Collaborative and Inspiring Leadership. You seek opportunities to strengthen team culture and work more effectively. You constantly challenge and inspire your fellow team members.

Position Type: 
Full Time 

Travel:
Occasional local day travel may be necessary.

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary. 
  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) match.

AppHarvest is an equal opportunity employer. 

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