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Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00+ per year

Job description:

Head Grower

Natchez Tree Company – Lamar, MS

Natchez Tree Company is a fast-growing nursery and tree brokerage serving

landscapers and developers across the Southeast and Texas. We are looking for

a Head Grower to lead and coordinate production and field operations as we

continue to scale toward $3M+ in annual revenue.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows how to grow trees, lead

crews, and build efficient systems—from production through harvest and delivery.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

Production & Crop Management

• Oversee all nursery production (fabric containers + field-grown material)

• Manage fertilization, chemical programs, and plant health

• Monitor irrigation strategy across varying soil types

• Identify and solve crop issues quickly

Field Operations & Leadership

• Lead and support H-2A labor crews

• Work alongside an existing field team to strengthen execution, organization, and overall efficiency

• Plan and coordinate daily/weekly work schedules

• Ensure quality, accountability, and consistency in the field

Harvesting, Staging & Logistics

• Oversee harvesting (digging/pulling) trees

• Stage material accurately and efficiently for outgoing orders

• Coordinate and manage truck loading to maximize space and prevent damage

• Ensure all orders meet quality standards before shipment

Organization & Process Improvement

• Build on the current operation by improving organization, systems, and efficiency as the company grows

• Establish clean, efficient work environments and expectations

• Implement systems for tools, equipment, and workflow

• Help drive a culture of accountability, organization, and pride in the

operation

Systems & Infrastructure

• Improve and implement systems for irrigation, fertility, spraying, and equipment

• Build scalable processes as the nursery grows

Inventory & Quality Control

• Maintain clear understanding of inventory and crop stages

• Ensure all material meets Grade 1 standards

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in nursery or plant production (trees/woody ornamentals preferred)

• Strong knowledge of production systems, irrigation, fertility, and chemical programs

• Experience with harvesting, staging, and loading plant material

• Proven ability to organize operations and improve efficiency

• Experience managing crews (H-2A experience is a strong plus)

• Strong leadership presence with a team-oriented mindset

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive

• Willing to be in the field daily—this is not a desk role

Compensation

• Salary: $65,000 – $85,000+ (based on experience)

• Performance-based bonus program, tied to:

• Crop quality and survival

• Operational efficiency improvements

• Organization and execution of field operations

• Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the company scales

Why This Role Is Different

• Direct access to ownership and real influence on operations

• Opportunity to build on an existing operation and help take it to the next level

• Hands-on leadership role with real impact on production and efficiency

• Clear path for growth as the business expands

Location

Lamar, Mississippi (near Memphis, TN)

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match

Work Location: In person