Assistant Manager – Propagation Production

Are you a plant-loving, analytical, idea-driven person who has been itching for the opportunity to make a difference? We want to hear from you! Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc. is seeking a passionate, plant-savvy horticulture professional to help us continue to change the way people think about our products.

The Production Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing production lines on a daily basis. Must ensure all equipment is functioning properly to produce high quality product. Frequent communication with Propagation Manager to relay information regarding equipment status and labor needs. Recommends processes to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of products. Proposes solutions to Propagation Manager to enhance production processes established. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage production lines on a daily basis.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly to produce high quality product in demanded quantities.
• Communicate with Propagation Manager on a daily basis regarding equipment status and labor needs.
  1. Report any issues or concerns.
  2. Assign operators to production lines to meet labor requirements.
• Work closely with crew leaders and operators working on production lines to ensure they are following all protocols and procedures.
  1. Evaluate rates on a regular basis to ensure operators on production lines are meeting production standard requirements.
• Recommend new processes to improve production techniques, equipment performance and quality of product to Propagation Manager.
• Responsible for maintaining quality standards within propagation production processes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of entire production facility.
• Weekend, evening and holiday responsibility for entire nursery on a rotational basis shared among the other managers and assistant managers throughout the year.  
• If needed, completes all other projects assigned by Propagation Manager.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as required.
• Follow Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc. Employee Handbook
• Follow Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc. Safety Handbook.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Associate degree in Production Management or equivalent experience.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in plant science-related field or equivalent experience.   
• Ability to identify and resolve process, systems and/or mechanical failure.
• Computer skills are required for propagation-related tasks in NAV nursery database as well as proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Must possess the ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move 30 pounds.
• Bilingual English-Spanish skills are highly desirable.

Performance Requirements:

• Must maintain a level of performance equivalent to company standards, that being a “Meets Expectations” in all areas of your performance evaluations (including but not limited to, Self and Management reviews).

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at (616) 846-4729.

Job Type: Full time, salary (exempt). 

Pay: starting at $45,000 per year, dependent upon experience. Amount is not inclusive of total compensation package. 

Benefits: Eligible for full benefit package, subject to new hire waiting period. Including but not limited to health insurance, 401k plan, and paid time off.