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Through our multinational network of indoor farms and consumer brands, BrightFarms and Mucci Farms, the business has already become the largest greenhouse operator in the United States and Canada, surpassing $500 million in revenue and growing our workforce to thousands of dedicated and passionate employees. We’re future proofing the world of produce and serving the biggest names in retail across thousands of stores. And we’re just getting started. Want to grow the future of food together? Join Cox Farms today!\nOur Yorkville, Illinois, farm is our second and largest greenhouse in Illinois, at around 480,000 square feet. With an annual production of around 6 million pounds of leafy greens, BrightFarms is ensuring fresh greens for Chicagoland communities.\nSpecifically, you will:\nAssist in managing the greenhouse production of hydroponic greens at their 8-acre greenhouse in Yorkville, IL. The Greenhouse Technician reports to the Head Grower\nBe responsible for managing climate alarms, lighting, and environmental controls as set my Ag team. Along with troubleshooting/resolving issues with guidance from Head Grower and Grower\nMaintain set points, health and productivity of hydroponic gutter systems, including nutrient balance, pH management, temperature, aeration, sanitation, and irrigation mechanicals\nAssist with crop scouting for disease, nutrient issues, pest, yield impacts, and general data collection. Must ensure daily checklists and regular preventative and corrective maintenance are completed. Regularly reports finding to Head Grower and Grower and collaborates on corrective strategies\nBe responsible for ensuring the greenhouse is free of insect pests and disease using BrightFarms’ IDPM protocols\nCollaborate with Head Grower, Grower, and Apprentice Grower to track R&D projects to optimize yields and quality of existing products and develop new products\nSupport the Head Grower and General Manager and is accountable for maintaining a neat and orderly greenhouse facility\nThe ideal candidate:\n2-years’ experience in greenhouse production or similar\nPreferred qualifications:\nMinimum of a 2-year degree in horticulture and or related sciences\nExperience with good manufacturing practices (GMPs), food safety, and knowledge of IPM\nHoogendoorn or PRIVA experience are a plus\nPreference is given to candidates with experience in controlled environment agriculture and hydroponic production of food crops\nWorking conditions/Environment/Travel/Schedule required:\nMay require travel to Greenhouses outside of the regular/main working location \nWill require chemical handling and safety, \nPPE will be provided \nExposure to heat and humid environments on a regular basis.\nPhysical requirements\nThis position would require the ability to use hands/fingers, reaching with hands and arms, walking, standing, and sitting daily and lifting to 50 pounds\n\nEmployment Notice\nThis role will support all Cox Farms businesses. The employer for this role is BrightFarms Inc. and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nFor roles based in the United States: Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship. For roles based in Canada: applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.\nLet’s grow the future of food together. 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