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WesleyLife Hydroponic Head Grower in Des Moines, Iowa
Description
Learn more about how WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging here! (https://www.wesleylife.org/the-wesleylife-way%20)
Join us at WesleyLife Meals on Wheels as our Hydroponic Head Grower and lead the charge in transforming leafy greens and culinary herbs into fresh, sustainable, and nutritious meals for our community. At our Meals on Wheels Hydroponic Farm, you'll grow more than plants—you'll cultivate connections and impact lives.
What You'll Do
As the Hydroponic Head Grower, you’ll oversee the entire lifecycle of crop production, from seeding to harvest and beyond. Your role will include:
Leading Farm Operations: Manage production schedules, monitor plant health, and ensure timely harvests and deliveries.
Driving Business Success: Handle order fulfillment, vendor relationships, and farm product traceability.
Building a Team: Supervise and inspire Farm Assistants and volunteers to contribute meaningfully to the farm’s mission.
Ensuring Quality and Safety: Uphold food safety certifications, monitor environmental controls, and perform system maintenance to keep operations smooth.
Optimizing Processes: Develop and refine policies to improve efficiency, prevent crop loss, and meet production goals.
What You Bring to the Table
3-5 years of hands-on hydroponic growing experience, including familiarity with indoor farming methods.
Expertise in plant health, pest, and disease management.
A degree in agriculture, horticulture, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of HVAC and environmental control systems.
Food safety experience and the ability to obtain Iowa Food Handlers certification within three months.
Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage schedules, teams, and farm operations.
A valid Iowa driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
What We Expect
Master the hydroponic system to reach the farm's production capacity.
Develop efficient processes to avoid crop loss and increase output.
Uphold food safety standards and inspire excellence in everyone around you.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually, with final compensation based on your relevant experience and qualifications.
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you’re a visionary grower with a passion for plants and people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to become a leader in sustainable agriculture and community impact.
What You'll Gain:
In addition to the competitive compensation you’d expect, WesleyLife offers true flexibility. You don’t want to work all the time, and we don’t want you to! In addition, our locations are filled with team members who have one another’s backs and leaders who genuinely care about each team member as a person.
We’re committed to creating the best work experience you’ve ever had. Why not give us a look today?
Health and Financial Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including healthcare, vision, dental, and 401K.
Scholarship Reimbursement: Up to $3,000/year for educational pursuits.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year for furthering your education.
Wellness Incentives: Free wellness membership and cash incentives for staying healthy.
Educational Discounts: Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global.
Additional Perks:
Referral Bonus Program: Earn bonuses for referring qualified candidates.
Voluntary Benefits: Life, accident, and critical illness coverage available.
WesleyLife has been certified as one of Senior Care's Best Places to Work! (https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/WES1039WESL/Senior%20Care’s Best Places to Work!)
WesleyLife has been named one of Senior Care’s Best Places To Work under a new certification program from WeCare Connect, the survey leader among organizations that serve older adults. This award is extended to only a small percentage of organizations and is based on such variables as speed and efficacy of issue resolution, high participation rates, and high responder rates around satisfaction.
With a legacy spanning 76 years, WesleyLife has established an esteemed reputation for excellence, recognized across the Midwest as transforming the aging experience. Committed to health and well-being, WesleyLife's networks offer a comprehensive range of services, encompassing brick and mortar Communities for Healthy Living alongside home health, hospice, personal services, adult day programs, transportation, and home-delivered meals.
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Only qualified candidates will be contacted to move to the next step of the hiring process. Unfortunately, WesleyLife will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
WesleyLife believes in the value of diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, and drug screen.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Car Insurance
Driver's License
Experience
Required
- 3 years: Full-time work experience as a hydroponic grower with knowledge of indoor farming methods and industry.
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