Grower Manager Resume Giovanni Wolfe Grower Manager (616) 555-2718 giovanni.wolfe@example.com linkedin.com/example/giovanniwolfe Grand Rapids, MI 49503 STRENGTHS Crop Judgment During crop walks, translated plant signals into timely cultural changes, helping teams protect quality before readiness concerns grew. Team Development Assistant growers gained confidence through practical reviews, shared decisions, and steady feedback during demanding production periods. Pest Management Scouting records guided biological controls and spray choices, giving crop teams a clearer response when insect or disease pressure appeared. Environmental Control Adjusted climate inputs by crop stage and observed response, keeping plant development aligned with quality and timing expectations. Operational Coordination Regular communication with production, quality, logistics, sales, and maintenance kept crop movement grounded in readiness facts. SKILLS Greenhouse Management Plant Biology Propagation Crop Scheduling Environmental Control Pest Management Crop Readiness Data Analysis Record Keeping Labor Tracking Team Supervision Grower Training Crop Placement Plant Nutrition Quality Assurance LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Intermediate 20 MY CAREER 0 Months SUMMARY Greenhouse grower manager with 9 years of progressive experience directing propagation , crop production, environmental control, plant nutrition , integrated pest management , crop readiness, and greenhouse space utilization in year round commercial operations. Leads assistant growers through crop assessments, cultural adjustments, biological controls, fungicide and insecticide applications, and quality inspections. Balances temperature, humidity, light, ventilation, fertility, mist settings, plant growth regulator needs, and crop placement across diverse growth stages. Uses greenhouse management software, production records, labor data, and environmental information to refine crop timing and growing recipes. Works closely with production, quality, sales, logistics, maintenance, and plant protection partners, bringing practical plant biology knowledge, careful problem solving, clear communication, and hands on team development to each growing cycle. EXPERIENCE Senior Grower Great Lakes Bloomworks March 2023 to Present Grand Rapids, Michigan Leads year round greenhouse growing programs across propagation and finishing zones, guiding assistant growers, crop decisions, environmental control, pest management, records, and readiness coordination with operating partners. Directed propagation and finishing schedules across greenhouse zones, aligning crop readiness with shipping priorities. Adjusted temperature, humidity , light, ventilation, mist, fertility , and growth regulators by crop stage. Led crop walks and diagnostic reviews, helping assistant growers apply consistent cultural corrections. Managed pest programs with scouting records, biological controls, fungicides, and insecticides for healthier crops. Compared labor, timing, environmental, and quality records in software, refining recipes for later cycles. Coordinated placement and readiness with production, quality, sales, logistics, and maintenance teams. Addressed facility and equipment conditions early, protecting plant quality during demanding production periods. Grower Lakeshore Horticulture Group January 2020 to February 2023 Holland, Michigan Managed assigned ornamental crops from propagation through finish, balancing crop placement, environmental conditions , pest programs, records, inspections, and maintenance coordination against quality targets. Managed ornamental crops from propagation through finish, adjusting irrigation, fertility, spacing, and environment. Monitored greenhouse controls and equipment, documenting deviations and coordinating maintenance responses. Planned crop placement around light , airflow, plant size, mist needs, and available bench space. Scouted insects and diseases, recording findings and applying biological controls, fungicides , and insecticides. Maintained crop, environmental, pest, and labor records supporting more consistent production scheduling. Joined crop inspections with quality and production partners, correcting readiness risks before movement. Applied plant biology knowledge to resolve nutrition and growth concerns during active production cycles. Assistant Grower Riverbend Plant Company June 2017 to December 2019 Kalamazoo, Michigan Supported senior growers across propagation and finishing, monitoring crop health, environmental conditions, pest activity, cultural practices , records, and movement plans while building technical judgment. Supported propagation and finishing, monitoring mist, moisture, fertility, temperature , and humidity. Documented rooting, nutrition, pest, disease, and growth concerns for timely cultural adjustments. Applied crop recipes and recorded environmental responses, building practical plant biology judgment. Assisted spacing and movement plans matching plant development with suitable light and ventilation . Completed pest scouting and supported biological releases and approved spray activities safely. Entered crop and labor information into greenhouse software for production review meetings. Communicated readiness observations during coordination meetings with production and quality partners. Greenhouse Production Technician Midwest Garden Supply Greenhouses May 2015 to May 2017 Lansing, Michigan Supported daily production for bedding plants and ornamentals, gaining foundational experience in propagation, sanitation, irrigation, crop movement, records, pest prevention, and plant quality . Supported daily production for bedding plants and ornamentals across high volume greenhouse areas. Monitored watering and movement activities, flagging nutrition, pest, disease, and environmental concerns. Prepared propagation and production areas according to crop schedules and cultural requirements. Recorded crop progress and labor activity, supporting grower and scheduling decisions. Supported sanitation and pest prevention practices that protected young plant material. Coordinated plant movement with production and shipping teams, preserving crop identification. Maintained quality during transitions between greenhouse stages through careful handling and organized placement. PROJECTS Crop Recipe Improvement Program 2026 Crop records became a practical laboratory for improving timing, labor planning, environmental decisions, quality observations, and growing recipes across recurring greenhouse cycles. Integrated Pest Management Review 2024 Regular scouting data connected biological controls, spray decisions, disease observations, and crop inspections into clearer plant protection actions. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS Senior Grower Leadership Recognition, Great Lakes Bloomworks, 2025 Crop Quality and Readiness Award, Lakeshore Horticulture Group, 2022 Greenhouse Production Excellence Recognition, Riverbend Plant Company, 2019 EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture Michigan State University GPA: 3.5 2015 East Lansing, Michigan Coursework: Plant biology, greenhouse management, pest management, crop production CERTIFICATIONS Greenhouse Management Certificate 2021 Integrated Pest Management Certificate 2020 TECHNICAL SKILLS Environmental Controls: Temperature controls, humidity controls, light management Propagation Systems: Boom mist, soil temperature, media moisture Crop Nutrition: Fertility programs, plant nutrition, growing recipes Plant Growth Regulation: Plant growth regulators, crop staging, cultural practices Integrated Pest Management: Biological controls, insect monitoring, disease monitoring Crop Protection: Fungicides, insecticides, spray procedures Greenhouse Operations: Crop placement, space utilization, crop movement Production Records: Crop records, labor records, environmental records Data Analysis Tools: Greenhouse management software, timing analysis, quality analysis Team Leadership: Assistant grower supervision, mentoring, technical training Facility Operations: Ventilation systems, greenhouse equipment, maintenance coordination Quality Coordination: Crop inspections, plant quality, readiness targets SKILLS Greenhouse Management Plant Biology Propagation Crop Scheduling Environmental Control Pest Management Crop Readiness Data Analysis Record Keeping Labor Tracking Team Supervision Grower Training Crop Placement Plant Nutrition Quality Assurance PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association, Horticulture Professional Member AmericanHort, Greenhouse Production Member LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Intermediate) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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