Nursery Manager, Forest Seedlings

Company Description

WHO WE ARE:

Did you know that over 6 billion trees started their lives as PRT seedlings?

From our roots in 1988, when a group of dedicated employees banded together to purchase six seedling nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest forest seedling provider.

Today, with 28 nurseries across the US and Canada, and 14 seed orchards, we grow over 630 million high-quality seedlings annually. We're proud to play a vital role in supporting reforestation and sustainable forestry practices across the continent.

We're a company driven by shared success and a passion for environmental stewardship. We provide the foundation for healthier forests and a greener future.

We would love for you to be a part of what we’re growing!

WHAT WE VALUE:

• Nurturing Relationships: We believe in building strong, authentic connections with our customers, our colleagues, and our communities.
• Driving Excellence: We're committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations in all that we do.
• People-First Mindset: We prioritize the well-being and development of our employees, fostering a culture of respect, support, and collaboration.
• Making a Difference: We're passionate about contributing to a healthier planet and creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:

PRT, Windsor is seeking a full-time Forest Seedling Nursery Manager to be based in Williston, South Carolina. Leading the local management team, you will have the opportunity to work with the most innovative conifer seedling producer in the industry with a focus on our people, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement ensuring our Strategy execution is successfully aligned with operational plans and performance. As an accountable leader and proactive Manager, you will oversee all aspects of greenhouse and outdoor seedling production. You will lead an experienced team that takes pride in being the ultimate best in producing exceptional results for our customers. Your focus will include financial management, personnel development and leadership, continuous improvement activities, customer focus, overall site safety, and promotion of PRT. The driving force of implementation and execution of PRT’s Strategy is rooted in the personal core values of stewardship and safe-guarding of the well-being for our People, Customers, Assets, Environment, and Capital.

Key Accountabilities of the Forest Seedling Nursery Manager:

• Ensure adherence to organizational health and safety programs through routine management, review, and follow-up procedures
• Develop and prioritize proposals for capital expenditures and projects
• Manage and supervise container seedling production
• Create production target plans
• Implement crop and work plans
• Identify and assess crop damage, losses and reliability issues
• Perform root-cause analysis with nursery personnel and develop solutions
• Keep neat and accurate records
• Manage labor force
• Identify training needs
• Mentor, coach, and train nursery personnel
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
• Correspond with customers
• Follow and enforce safe work practices
• Encourage innovation and continuous improvement
• Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels
• Set targets (i.e., production, timelines) and evaluate achievement

More Than Just a Job:

This is your chance to make a tangible impact on our planet. At PRT, you'll be part of a legacy that has planted over 6 billion trees! We're not just growing seedlings; we're cultivating a greener future, one tree at a time.

Why PRT?

• Rooted in Shared Success: We're a company where every voice matters. With 92% employee ownership, your contributions directly impact our growth and prosperity.

• Cultivating a Culture of Growth: We value nurturing relationships, driving excellence, and putting our people first. We believe in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

Are You Our Next Forest Seedling Nursery Leader?

If you have a passion for plants, a knack for leadership, and a desire to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply!

LOCATION: Williston, South Carolina, PRT Windsor

Picture this: A Horse-loving community…

The Windsor nursery is located 15 miles southeast of Aiken, SC and 35 miles from Augusta, GA.  Aiken is a beautiful town with a population of about 40,000 with 175,000 in Aiken County. There is lots to do in Aiken.  Aiken is known as a horse lover community with plenty horse farms with riding, hunter jumper riding and competitions, and lots of Polo.  There are many parks with trails, tennis and pickle courts. There are also lots of eateries to choose from.

WORK STATUS: Full-time Salaried

*Weekdays and weekends as needed, especially during our busiest times of the year.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in nursery operations, with a proven track record of leadership and team management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and a willingness to learn our proprietary inventory management and shipping system.
• A genuine passion for growing things and a deep understanding that this is a way of life, not a 9-to-5 job.

Alignment with PRT's Values

• Safety First, Growth Always! Working safely together, every day.
• Passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to excellence.

Join our tree-loving team at PRT Windsor and help us grow a greener tomorrow!

Additional Information

WHAT WE OFFER:
TOTAL REWARDS AT PRT:

Grow Your Career, Cultivate Your Potential. At PRT, we believe in nurturing talent as carefully as we nurture our forests. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package is designed to help you thrive professionally and personally.

Financial Rewards

• Competitive Base Salary
• Short-term incentive plan
• Matching 401K program; Supporting your long-term financial planning

Comprehensive Benefits

• Extended health, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation and paid Stat holidays

Professional Development

• Development Support: Personalized guidance to accelerate your career growth
• Learning-Focused Culture: Continuous skill development built into every role
• Recognition for innovative contributions that drive our business forward

 Unique ‘Green’ Cultural Advantages

• Collaborative, inclusive work environment
• Passion for nature solutions and the earth
• Every voice matters
• Year-round stability and growth
• Strong commitment to environmental sustainability
• Passionate team dedicated to stewardship of North American forests

Join PRT and be part of a mission-driven organization where your professional growth is as important as the forests we help to grow. Here, you're not just an employee – you're a vital part of our ecosystem of innovation and environmental stewardship.

Ready to grow your career with PRT?

To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.

We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive.

We encourage you to connect with us at [email protected] for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

Still Want to learn more?

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