Production Supervisor

Position Summary

Riverbend Nursery, is seeking a Production Supervisor. Responsibilities include supervising a team of 3-15 employees in assembly line planting of plants into containers and placing plants in greenhouses. A proven record of motivating employees in labor intensive jobs and implementing labor saving efficiencies needed. Applicant needs to be a hands-on supervisor who can do physically strenuous activities in varied weather conditions, have strong math skills and be a self-motivated, problem solver who adapts readily to change and possesses strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Horticulture experience, familiarity with varied equipment, Spanish, and production floor supervision preferred. Apply to: hr@riverbendnursery.com or 1295 Mt. Elbert RD, NW Riner, VA 540-763-3362 ext: 118 or Fax: 540-763-2022. EOE

About Us

Riverbend Nursery is a progressive container grower of quality perennials, herbs, groundcovers, and ornamental grasses. A Wholesale Only grower, Riverbend sells to independent garden centers, landscapers, and distributors. Riverbend Nursery primarily services the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States. Our facility is situated on 100 acres in Riner, Virginia and is located in the southwestern portion of the state. The scenic Little River surrounds the property on three sides in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Thirty-four acres are utilized for production; 31 acres in container crops and 3 in field production. A total of 4 million containers are grown yearly in 227 cold frames. Over 1200 varieties are produced in both heated and unheated greenhouses and 70% of these are propagated in-house.