Sticking Lead

Walla Walla Nursery Co
Sticking Lead Job Description
Job Title: Sticking Lead
Reports To: Propagation supervisor
Position Status: Full Time
Compensation: $19.5 - 24.75 (DOE)
General Job Description:
Primary role is the propagation of annuals, grasses, perennials, and shrubs in an efficient and sanitary manner. Will also be responsible for large liner upshifts. This position supports the Supervisor and will be the point of contact if the Propagation supervisor is not present.
Duties and Responsibilities
Use the proper techniques, required pretreatments, appropriate growing media, container usage, and/or any other specialized requirements in preparation for planting.
Helps ensure that planting and/or propagation takes place in a timely and coordinated manner referencing potting sheets for start date, quantity, and product placement.
Follow all written SOPs for each propagation technique and adjusts those SOPs where applicable with Propagation supervisor being made aware to reach planting goals
Train sticking technicians on all SOPs for propagation
Use Basic mathematics for plant count/tray reporting
Communicate with other departments-IPM, cutting specialist, growers etc. as needed in regard to obtaining optimal plant material in a timely manner
Accurate documentation on all potting sheets. Will assist with updating propagation potting sheets daily
Ensures sanitation of propagation areas. Surfaces are disinfected pre-plant and regularly thereafter to be kept free of algae and slime. Dead or dying plants are removed daily. Propagation environments are 100% weed free at all times. Ensures that the team is keeping their tools and equipment clean and sanitized daily or between species (where appropriate)
Work with phase II supervisor and greenhouse leads to correctly lay down trays and in appropriate location
Assists Propagation Supervisor with receiving all unrooted/TC material from vendors. Carefully documents, reports, and keeps track of claims to vendors and production administration staff.
Work with Propagation supervisor for continual education on plant identification and propagation techniques
Runs the TTA sticking machine when Propagation Supervisor is not available
Inventories and tracks tray needs on a weekly basis.
Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities:
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent knowledge
Strong skills with verbal and written communication
Basic computer skills and strong math skills
Basic mathematical skills
Horticulture knowledge a plus but not required
Skills and ability in time management and task prioritization
Ability to be self-motivated while paying close attention to detail
An adaptive personality with an ability to remain flexible
Physical Requirements
Extensive pulling and/or pushing of tools, wheelbarrows, containers, etc.
Sit and/or walk for extensive periods of time while sorting, picking, examining, weeding, transporting, spacing, pruning, etc.
Stoop and/or bend over while performing farm balfour such as weeding, irrigating, pruning, spacing, picking, removing debris, etc.
Performing repetitive movements such as picking, sorting, pruning, shoveling, weeding, etc.
Lift or load up to 50 pounds
Fieldwork begins at an assigned time shortly after daylight
Work may be performed during environmental extremes including but not limited to light rain and in high humidity and in freezing or high temperatures.
May be required to work when crops are wet with dew/rain and should have suitable clothing for variable weather conditions
Must be able to walk across uneven terrain.
Professional Mindset:
Develops a working knowledge and awareness of LEAN principles and actively participates in building a culture of continuous improvement. Strives to ensure workflow processes and stations are set up to minimize waste, improve working conditions and safety, and maximize productivity and value to the customer.
Demonstrates commitment to learning and upholding company policies including safety and quality standards, and the mission, vision, principles and ethics of WWNC.
Develops a strong understanding of industry and WWNC quality standards and consistently delivers work that meets or exceeds those standards by following procedures, checking work for accuracy, and promptly addressing defects or issues.
Takes initiative for personal growth by actively “learning the business”, seeking feedback from peers and supervisors, and engaging in relevant educational, training or professional development opportunities.
Other requirements
Due to this position being an agricultural growing position, you may be required to work 7 days a week depending on seasonal growing conditions.
Must go through annual WPS training
Direct Reports:
Sticking Technician
Employee Benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
401 (k)
Paid time off
Employee discount
Aflac & LifeFlight options

Employment type
Full Time Seasonal

Work arrangement
No