Supervisor & Head Grower (Mnogin Greenhouse)

Job posting on behalf of Growcers customer: Mnogin Greenhouse located at Nipissing First Nation (ON).

Department: Business Operations

Posting Date: Thursday April 17 2025

Location: Jocko Point Nipissing First Nation ON

Schedule: Standard Work Week

Job type: Permanent Full Time (35 hours weekly)

Vacancies: One (1)

Reports To: Business Operations Manager

Starting Salary: $56292.60 (commensurate with experience)

About the Role

The Mnogin Greenhouse Supervisor & Head Grower will be responsible for the oversight of Nipissing

First Nations yearround indoor greenhouse producing fresh lettuce leafy greens and herbs for the

local community and commercial customers. This role is responsible for leading two (2) fulltime

employees (Systems Operators) and ensuring all operating tasks are completed while ensuring we

deliver the highestquality products to our community members and customers.

An ideal candidate will be an experienced supervisor of a controlled environment production

facility.

About Mnogin Greenhouse

Mnogin means Grow Well in Nbisiing Nishnaabemwin Nipissing First Nations Ojibway dialect. The

Mnogin Greenhouse addresses the important need of providing healthier and better food security for

NFN members. Developing the capacity to grow our own fresh produce yearround is central to meeting

our food security needs now and protecting ourselves from future food shortages especially during our

more vulnerable winter months.

The project consists of three (3) containerized growing units and one (1) packing unit to prepare and

package produce for distribution. The Mnogin Greenhouse yields up to 10000 pounds annually of fresh

high quality produce of all kinds.

Who You Are

An inspiring leader: You care about your team your colleagues and building an environment where

employees can succeed.

You are handy and willing to roll up your sleeves: You have working knowledge of both mechanical and

horticultural skills in a greenhouse or other controlled environment setting.

Youre a lifelong learner: You pick up new skills quickly and readily and youre excited to expand your

skills by learning new technologies and food production systems. Youre comfortable with managing

several projects simultaneously and growing beyond your comfort zone.

What youll do in the role

Maintain the overall health of the greenhouse including the growing equipment plants and

ensuring maintenance is completed in a timely fashion

Ensure standard operating procedures are followed including food safety Integrated Pest

Management maintenance and daytoday operational procedures

Aid in harvesting cleaning and packaging of produce

Provide expertise as required to troubleshoot any issues that may arise including of a

mechanical or horticultural nature

Coordinate all activities and events with respect to the system

Manage inventory to ensure the demand for food supply is available and accessible to

Nipissing First Nation members program and events as well as external customers

Promote food production and healthy eating habits by setting up booths at different functions

that may include but are not limited to community events health fairs schools and daycares

Provide expertise and coaching to the Systems Operators to ensure they are equipped to

succeed in their roles and that they are following good agricultural practices

Participate in training technical and management. Ensure the Systems Operators participate

in the provided hydroponic training and support them in their learning journey

Maintain a record of operations including sales harvest data and trends that will influence

future food production

Other duties as assigned

What you bring to the table

Respect for Indigenous culture and willingness to learn Ojibway

Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in horticultural or controlled environment

operations

Certificate or degree in agriculture horticulture or related field

Proven track record of working effectively in teams to ensure operational success of an indoor

growing environment

Comfortable with technology such as Google & Microsoft Office suites

Clear effective communicator who has a passion for supporting new entrylevel hydroponic

technicians

Ability to work in a fastpaced work environment showing adaptability and resiliency through

unforeseen challenges

Ability to be accountable to multiple projects at once and prioritize tasks accordingly

Selfstarter capable of driving projects with minimal oversight

Ability to build and manage relationships and be the lead of the project

Good leadership skills and customer relationship management skills

Must be able to legally work in Canada

A valid drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle is required

Assets

Experience managing and leading teams is an asset

Experience with leafy green or hydroponic production

Experience managing / implementing an Integrated Pest Management program

Just a few reasons to join Nipissing First Nation

Nipissing First Nation prides itself in providing its employees with job security competitive

wages and a safe working environment.

Onthejob training to support your success in the role

A defined contribution pension plan

Comprehensive Health Plan including Medical Dental Vision Life and Disability insurance

Better than average vacation and leave packages

Application Deadlines:

Nipissing First Nation adheres to the following process for our recruitment practices.

Closing May 2 2025 1st Round

Opportunities are open to all registered Nipissing First Nation members. Please advise your

status in your application.

If no suitable candidate is found the process will proceed to Stage Two.

Closing May 9 2025 2nd Round

Opportunities are open to spouses and children of registered Nipissing First Nation members

and registered members of other First Nations. Please advise your status in your application.

If no suitable candidate is found the process will proceed to Stage Three.

Closing Mayrd Round

Opportunities are open to all applicants (status and nonstatus).

The posting will be open until filled.

If you are excited by this opportunity and want to be a part of the Mnogin Greenhouse team please

apply online by emailing your cover letter and resume to no later than 4:30pm on the

application deadline noted above.

Are you a member of NFN If so please read below:

Nipissing First Nation supports the training and growth of their members and strongly

encourages their members to apply to positions.

Work experience and training opportunities are taken into consideration when screening

applications.

Nipissing First Nation members are encouraged to apply to all rounds of employment postings.

As per Section 24(1)(a) of the Ontario Human Rights Code Nipissing First Nation gives

preference to First Nation applicants for any employment opportunities.

Miigwech to all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager