About the Opportunity
Breeding Nursery and Greenhouse Manager-Peru is responsible for Breeding Nursery and Greenhouse operations in Chao, Peru. The primary objectives are blueberry seed and seedling production and test plot plant production from tissue culture to one liter pot. This includes all aspects of pollination, germination, marker screening, propagation, tissue culture initiation, deflasking and plant in final pot, pest control, greenhouse environmental control and growing.
This role requires leadership and initiative to develop plans and drive high quality results. Close collaboration with the farming and breeding teams and continued development and motivation of the Greenhouse Operations team in a dynamic work environment are keys to success.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement plans to deliver on breeder crossing, screening and seedling plans.
- Implement growing strategies including greenhouse environments, fertility and pest management programs to deliver high quality seedling and developmental stage plants to the test plots.
- Supervise greenhouse personnel including employee needs assessments, hiring, training and development. Nurture a work environment motivated for employee development, innovation and success.
- Continue implementation and development of processes to ensure traceability, reliability and high-quality plant production.
- Document and apply SOPs for key processes to ensure quality work and facilitate continuous improvement and employee training.
- Oversee tissue culture initiation, deflasking and growth as needed for production of developmental stage plants.
- Ensure strong collaboration and communication with breeding, farming and commercial nursery.
- Be an advocate for safety. Work with employees to maintain a safe work environment by training and participating in safety programs, including those driven by human resources.
- Develop the annual budget and operate within these guidelines.
Candidate Profile
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Horticulture or Agriculture/Plant Sciences
- 5 years of experience in plant production or R&D and managing people.
- 3 years of experience managing people.
- Knowledge and experience with greenhouse growing and environmental control systems.
- Curious and innovative thinker to grow our operations to meet increasing needs.
- Problem solving capacity, demonstrating critical thinking and agility to address issues in a collaborative and timely manner.
- Bilingual English/Spanish required.
- Able to travel to the US and Mexico or other areas if needed.
What We Do
Driscoll’s is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll’s is passionate about growing great tasting berries.
Driscoll’s exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – that means no GMOs. A dedicated team of agronomists, breeders, sensory analysts, plant pathologists and entomologists help grow baby seedlings that are then grown on family farms. Our independent berry growers then work with Mother Nature, using experience and know-how to get the very best out of each strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry plant.
Driscoll’s is serious about yummy berries! Driscoll’s is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries ™.
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