Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
About Green Our Planet Organics
Green Our Planet is a Las Vegas-based nonprofit that has built over 400 school gardens across Clark County. Green Our Planet Organics is our commercial urban farming arm, operating out of our production facility in Las Vegas. We grow and sell premium organic herbs, vegetables, and specialty produce to local restaurants, institutions, and the community - with 25% of all produce sales going directly back into funding school garden programs.
We are looking for an exceptional Production Farm Manager to lead and operate our production facility from the ground up, someone who is equal parts scientist, farmer, operations manager, and quality control director.
The Role
This is not a single-focus growing position. Our Production Farm Manager owns the full operation, from the health of every plant to the efficiency of the facility to the consistency of supply to our partners depend on. You will be responsible for growing, production management, facility operations, food safety, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Growing & Crop Management
Manage all aspects of daily hydroponic crop production across multiple growing systems
Develop and maintain crop schedules that ensure consistent weekly harvests for restaurant supply
Monitor and manage nutrient solutions, pH levels, electrical conductivity (EC), and water quality
Diagnose and treat plant health issues including nutrient deficiencies, pests, and disease
Operate and optimize SANANBIO vertical growing units and LED lighting systems
Select and source premium heirloom and specialty seed stock for maximum flavor and yield
Manage climate control, humidity, CO2 levels, and environmental monitoring systems
Production & Facility Operations
Oversee all production planning, scheduling, and yield tracking to meet delivery commitments
Maintain the facility to the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and food safety
Manage fertigation systems, irrigation infrastructure, and all mechanical growing equipment
Implement and maintain GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) protocols throughout the facility
Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations applicable to commercial produce operations
Track production data, yield metrics, and input costs to maximize efficiency and profitability
Manage inventory of growing supplies, nutrients, seeds, and packaging materials
Team & Client Relations
Hire, train, and manage facility staff and growing assistants as the operation scales
Build and maintain strong relationships with restaurant partners and institutional buyers
Communicate proactively with clients about availability, custom grow requests, and delivery schedules
Collaborate with Green Our Planet Organics leadership on new product development and revenue growth
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), Agricultural Science, Food Science, or related field - preferred
Master's degree in any of the above - preferred
Experience
Minimum 5 years of commercial-scale hydroponic production experience - required
Proven experience managing a high-volume indoor growing facility with yield targets and commercial delivery commitments
Hands-on experience with multiple hydroponic systems - NFT, DWC, vertical towers, flood and drain, and/or aeroponic systems
Experience with SANANBIO vertical growing units and LED lighting systems - highly preferred
Demonstrated expertise in nutrient management, fertigation systems, and environmental controls
Experience supplying produce to restaurants, food distributors, or institutional buyers
Previous team management or supervisory experience in a production environment
Certifications
ServSafe Food Handler Certification - preferred
GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) Certification or experience operating under GAP standards - required
Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) - preferred
Certified Horticulturist (CH) - preferred
OSHA 10 or 30 - preferred
Organic Certification experience (USDA NOP) - a plus
The Ideal Candidate
You are a grower at heart who also thinks like an operator. You understand that a restaurant kitchen runs on consistency, your clients need to know what is coming, when it is coming, and that it will be exceptional every single time. You have grown food commercially at scale, you know how to hit a yield target, you are obsessive about plant health, and you take pride in producing the best possible product. You are also a leader who can build a team, manage a facility, and grow a business alongside an organization whose mission you believe in.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Full-time position with growth opportunity as the operation scales
Opportunity to build and lead a production facility from the ground up
Work alongside a mission-driven nonprofit making a measurable impact in Las Vegas
25% of all produce sales directly funds Las Vegas school garden programs
Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off: 17 days annually, 7 holidays, week of Thanksgiving & Christmas off
401(k)
Professional Development: Reimbursement for learning opportunities
Annual team retreats
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter describing your commercial growing experience, and any relevant certifications. Applications with documented experience operating commercial hydroponic facilities at scale will be prioritized.
Green Our Planet is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
Job Tags
Full time, Local area