Head GrowerCantanhede - PortugalTilray 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 meetthe 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 ResponsibilitiesCoordination 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 requirementsMust have a Degree (diploma or higher) in Horticulture; Must have a minimumof 5 years work experience in large scale (> 4 acres) crop production;Good organizational and communication skills; Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Applications; Conflict resolutionskills; Can work under minimal supervision.#J-18808-Ljbffr
