Leadhand (Forest Seedling Nursery)

ABOUT THE ROLE:PRT is seeking a Full time Forest Nursery Leadhand to be based in Cottage Grove, OR at PRT Cottage Grove.  In addition to involvement in the day-to-day operations associated with container seedling production, this position will require the Nursery Leadhand to lead a team of English and Spanish Nursery Workers. The Leadhand will be accountable for production employee training, evaluation, task assignment, assisting in shipping and receiving, timesheet data reconciliation, and data collection while adhering to the occupational health and safety standards. This engaging, high paced, physical position offers a safe work environment and an opportunity for a career that will make a positive change in the world. Candidates may be interviewed and tested to assess their abilities and qualifications for this position.Key Accountabilities of the Leadhand:Assist the Nursery Manager with planning and achieving production targetsEnforce safe work practicesTrain new employees for various nursery worker positionsKeep neat and accurate recordsEncourage innovation and continuous improvementPromote collaboration and teamwork at all levelsSet targets (i.e., production, timelines) and evaluate achievement ABOUT THE TEAM:The Leadhand will lead a team of workers under the supervision and management of a Nursery Manager.LOCATION: PRT Cottage Grove in Cottage Grove, OR, USA