Dig Plant Company has a full-time Assistant Farm Manager position available at our ornamental plant nursery & greenhouse facility, which is housed at our farm in Greeleyville, SC. A part-time engagement will also be considered with the right candidate.

Enjoy working outdoors and doing something different every day while investing in your future. Through on-the-job training, the Assistant Farm Manager will have the opportunity to build a long-term career in the turf & ornamental horticulture industry. Learn many facets of the industry while you help the company grow: from land and facilities management, to plant breeding and the development of new turfgrass and ornamental plant genetics, to propagation and production of turfgrass and ornamental plants.

The Company

Established in 2003 and based in Mt. Pleasant, SC, Dig Plant Company is a New Plant Introductions company (internally referred to as a Plant Breeder Agency or Patent & Licensing Agency) which specializes in the development, introduction, and promotion of improved ornamental plant and turfgrass cultivars. Dig Plant Company manages more than 150 patented turf and ornamental plant cultivars, from dozens of plant breeders around the world. While we are a small company, we are a significant player in our space within the industry and work with many of the most prominent plant breeders, turf farms, nurseries, and greenhouse operations throughout the United States and abroad.

Dig is now expanding into the commercial production of young plants (plugs and liner trays) and containerized finished plants for the patented varieties we manage and also other patented and common plant varieties. The Assistant Farm Manager will be integral in our expansion efforts.

The Position

Position Type: Full-Time, salaried position with paid time off. Full time is preferred but the company will consider part-time, apprentice, and intern candidates.

Job Location: This is an onsite position at our farm in Greeleyville, SC.

Work Schedule (Full Time): Monday through Friday, 9a to 5p; occasional weekend or after-hours during peak season and/or in the event of emergencies or special events. Schedule may vary from later shifts during cooler months to earlier shifts during warmer months.

Direct Report: The Farm Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: Initially, this position will not have any direct supervisory or management responsibilities. Though, the intent is that supervisory and/or management duties will be given as the Assistant Farm Manager matures in the role.

Career Track: Production Manager

Learn the ins and outs of wholesale ornamental plant production and the turf & ornamental industry through on-the-job training opportunities. Under the direction and with the assistance of management, the Assistant Farm Manager will participate in all facets of our farm operations: basic farm facilities maintenance, maintenance of the greenhouse and nursery facility, construction of nursery and greenhouse structures as the need arises, turf and ornamental plant breeding trials management, and ornamental plant propagation and production.

This position is primarily outdoors but may require work within an indoor office environment for administrative duties, which may necessitate the use of computers and standard office equipment. Fluency to read, write, and understand the English language is required. Must be able to work in all outdoor elements, including but not limited to the weather elements, dust, and allergens. Position requires long-term ability for standing, sitting, squatting, stooping, bending, reaching, kneeling, and twisting on a regular basis to fulfill essential duties. Ability to use fine motor skills, such as pinching, squeezing, and pulling. Candidate may be required to enter confined spaces for certain tasks as well as be required to work at heights over 5 feet.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

Farm landscaping and landscape maintenance: planting, mowing, pruning, spraying, and irrigating.
Basic facilities maintenance: cleaning work areas and maintaining grounds and landscaping.
Plant propagation, potting, and maintenance of plants in the greenhouses, outdoor growing pads, and fields:
Assist in the planning and implementation of production plans, fertility programs, and integrated pest management strategies.
Assist in the management of growing conditions and environmental controls in greenhouses.
Assess plant health daily to identify and report any disease, insect problem, or abnormalities.
Apply plant health chemical products in accordance with company safety procedures.
Handling and moving containerized plants; prepare and package plants for shipments.
Operating some machinery and power equipment.
Create and maintain accurate records, files, and inventories.
Assist in the establishment and maintenance of turf and ornamental plant trials.
Assist in the construction and maintenance of nursery and greenhouse structures and systems.
Expand job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, where appropriate.
Manage daily assignments and priorities from management.
Adhere to all general job training instructions, safe work practices, and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Intermediate math skills and solid reading skills.
Comfort working with basic science and math concepts.
Organized, creative, adaptable, and detail-oriented.
An entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic.
Strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
Able to complete repeated standing tasks for long periods of time.
Basic understanding of the Microsoft Office software suite.
Flexibility regarding hours and overall work schedule.
Able to handle physical activity such as lifting, loading, and unloading large plants.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.; 35 lbs. repetitively without assistance.
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently as the task requires.
Desire to continue learning and take the initiative to learn new best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education and/or training in the horticultural sciences or a related field.
Greenhouse, nursery, landscaping, or agricultural experience.
Experience working with basic science concepts related to ornamental horticulture.
Ornamental plant and/or turfgrass knowledge.
The ability to operate machinery and power equipment.

Qualified applicants may be subject to background checks and drug testing.

Compensation

Salary: $31,200 to $38,000 annually; paid monthly. Starting compensation for full time employment will be commensurate with education, experience, and skill set but this position is to be considered as an entry-level, salaried position. Part-time compensation will depend on the work schedule.

Benefits:

Retirement benefits with company-matched contributions (full time positions)
Healthcare compensation (full time positions)
Paid time off (full time positions)
On the job training
Opportunities to advance into other roles within the company.

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