Head Grower
Cantanhede - Portugal
Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet
the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.
Looking to develop your career at the forefront of a rapidly expanding industry?
Ready to apply your talents to make a positive difference in the lives of patients around the globe?
The Head Grower will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the cultural program ensuring a successful crop production and harvest in a safe environment. In agreement with the Production Manager, the Head Grower will strive to maintain and/or improve the growing practices and operations with the objective of reducing overall costs and enhance plant health, yield and patient satisfaction.
Role and Responsibilities
- Coordination of production schedule ensuring communicating changes;
- Ensure that all personal working under his/her supervision has been trained, has signed and follows the relevant SOPs;
- Communicate with the Production Manager in a timely fashion prior to initiate a change in the schedule or cultural program;
- Monitor and document plant’s development and communicate with the Production Manager/Master Horticulturist of any concerns as they arise;
- Chair Grower’s Meeting as requested by Production Manager;
- Train or ensure that new growers are trained according to our Best Practice document, IPM and Fertigation;
- Provide leadership for problem and conflict resolution;
- Maintain a safe, clean and compliant workplace;
- Keep the Best Practice Document accurate;
- Schedule De-Leafing;
- Provide a weekly Summary of Crop Status to the Production Manager/Master Horticulturist;
- Perform any other tasks as required by the Production Manager;
- Week end work and Shift Work may be required.
Qualifications and education requirements
- Must have a Degree (diploma or higher) in Horticulture;
- Must have a minimum of 5 years work experience in large scale (>4 acres) crop production;
- Good organizational and communication skills;
- Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Applications;
- Conflict resolution skills;
- Can work under minimal supervision.