Plant Quality Technician- IOWA

1 month ago

Johnston, United States BCForward Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

BCForward is looking for Plant Quality Technician-  Johnston, IA  50131 

Job Title: Plant Quality Technician

Location: Johnston, IA  50131

Duration: 12+ Months

Potential to Extend- YES      
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM.
Start Date: ASAP
Hourly Rate: $21.50/per hour

 

Job Description:

We are seeking a Plant Quality Technician to join our team, responsible for supporting plant care and agronomic research efforts. This hands-on position will involve a variety of tasks related to plant health, pest management, and the overall quality of plant production in a greenhouse environment.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Perform various plant care duties, including monitoring plant health, applying treatments, and maintaining quality standards.
  • Work with a wide range of agronomic crops, including those that shed pollen, requiring attention to environmental factors.
  • Work in a greenhouse environment with high temperature and humidity.
  • Conduct independent research tasks that require a high degree of attention to detail and thoroughness.
  • Apply pesticides and other treatments as needed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and pesticide application standards.
  • Mix and apply beneficial organisms (such as insects and other arthropods) for pest control and plant health enhancement.
  • Scout plants for pests, beneficial organisms, and assess plant quality regularly.
  • Obtain Iowa Pesticide Certification for Greenhouse 3G within 30 days of hire.
  • Mix and apply pesticides, ensuring proper calibration and safety procedures, including wearing spray suits and respiratory protection.
  • Calibrate equipment to ensure accurate pesticide application.
  • Assist with watering and fertilizing crops to support healthy growth.
  • Mix, clean, and calibrate various fertilizer equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Conduct growing media quality testing to assess soil health and plant growth conditions.
  • Support various plant care research activities, contributing to ongoing studies in plant quality and pest management.

 

Job Qualifications & Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and ergonomics guidelines.
  • Must be able to obtain Iowa Pesticide Certification for Greenhouse 3G within 30 days of hire.
  • Excellent communication skills with a high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to use basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) and a willingness to learn internal research software.
  • Ability to stand/sit for long periods and perform repetitive tasks in a warm, humid greenhouse environment.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in conditions with pollen present year-round.
  • A strong commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering results on time.
  • Flexibility to work a rotating shift, including potential overtime and weekend hours as required to meet business needs.

 

Preferences – It Would Be Great If You Have:

  • Previous experience in areas such as greenhouse plant care, agronomy, horticulture, gardening, or biology research.
  • A keen interest in agronomic research and plant care.

 

Hours:

  • Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

 

Bonus Structure:

  • $500 bonus paid after 6 months of employment.
  • $1,000 bonus paid after 12 months of employment (repeats annually with continued employment).
Company DescriptionAbout BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants willCompany DescriptionAbout BCforward:\r
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.\r
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BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.\r
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BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will

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