Altius Farm Manager

at  Jewish Family Service of Colorado

Description:
Position Summary: Altius Farms is focused on aeroponic growing of high-quality, non-GMO, pesticide-free leafy greens and herbs in a state-of-the-art vertical aeroponic greenhouse operation. Altius Farms sites in the Denver area will focus on restaurant (RSA) and consumer (CSA) sales, and agro-tourism, community education, and training of veterans in CEA. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, motivated leader and passionate Greenhouse Grower to join our team and serve in a pivotal role that will directly contribute to driving growth in this early-stage company.

EDUCATION:

• An associate degree or higher in agriculture or a related field, is preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in professional horticulture.
• Experience with HACCP/GFSI, a plus.

• Responsible for all phases of Greenhouse Operations for the growth and management of crops in including responsibility for the health, care, and maintenance of crops in a controlled environment.
• You will schedule the growth and availability of the crops to coincide with demand.
• The Greenhouse Grower will excel in growing hydroponic greens/herbs of the highest quality most efficiently, in collaboration with other production team members, and will be responsible for:
• Climate control and management of vertical grow towers.
• Crop planning, planting, record keeping, and capture of data.
• Responsible for Inventory management.
• Explaining and demonstrating proper horticulture techniques.
• Tour work areas to observe work being done, inspect crops, and evaluate plant and growing conditions.
• Scouting for pests and diseases and developing mitigation plans.
• Troubleshooting of growing, harvesting, and packing equipment malfunctions.
• Fertility management: Analyzing water, pH balance, mineral solutions, and leaves to determine optimal growing environments.
• Adjusting fertilizer programs based on solution and leaf tissue analysis.
• Participating in the company’s Research and Development projects related to growing and equipment.
• Supervising, training, assist in hiring and coaching of a small team (greenhouse managers, harvesters, etc.).
• Plans, schedules, and directs the performance of assigned staff.
• Explain and enforce safety regulations and policies.

Other:

• As assigned.

COVID-19 considerations: Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (proof required), subject to legally required exemptions.
Agency Overview: JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need – regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community.
Founded over 150 years ago, we offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, and disability services. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and providing the appropriate services all from one organization. We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs.
We are very proud of our work culture, including recently completing a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion assessment. JFS offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, Legal/ID Theft, supplemental insurances, agency-paid Life/LTD, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k), 21 paid holidays, and a generous leave program. JFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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