Emily Josephson
Joliet
Summary
Reliable and efficient greenhouse worker with experience in greenhouse and propagation management, as well as team collaboration. Strong self-motivation and eager to take on new tasks to ensure optimal plant growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Grower/Greenhouse Worker
The Growing Place Garden Center
03.2024 - Current
- Managed the planting and watering processes for a broad range of annual crops, ensuring optimal conditions for vegetables, flowers, and hanging baskets.
- Tracked and organized propagation, planting, and pruning dates to enhance plant care and management efficiency.
- Coordinated efforts with team members and management to achieve production deadlines and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive pest scouting and soil testing to implement effective IPM solutions.
- Understanding of greenhouse maintenance such as hydroponic filter systems, injector adjustments, fixing greenhouse covers, and fertilizer additions to the water to increase plant health.
- Successful propagation of cuttings and seeds for perennials and annuals.
Server Assistant and To-Go Worker
Outback Steakhouse
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Developed coordination strategies to enhance teamwork across all levels of restaurant staff.
- Responded to customer needs promptly, ensuring a high level of support and assistance.
- Thrived in fast-paced environments while ensuring effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Monitored stock availability and coordinated supplies for coworkers to facilitate smooth operations during busy shifts.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of environment to facilitate efficient food service operations.
Greenhouse Worker
Ted's Greenhouse
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated and adjusted plant placements across multiple houses to ensure appropriate light, temperature, and nutrient conditions for healthy growth.
- Executed production line tasks, including planting plugs and cuttings, and repotting a wide range of plants, while maintaining teamwork and efficiency.
- Coordinated and prepared orders for various clients, focusing on landscaping needs and special events for churches and schools.
- Developed efficient timelines for ordering cuttings and transplanting seeds to optimize plant availability during peak seasons.
- Improved overall greenhouse efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces.
Internship
Yellowstone Landscape
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Experience dealing with clients and hearing their specific needs and wants
- Experienced multiple different divisions involved in the horticulture/landscape industry, such as irrigation, fertilization and chemical division, account management, tree health, and production.
- Designed and implemented a personal landscape project, focusing on plant selection, material ordering, and effective installation techniques.
- Worked with Aspire to place work orders, update client information, and add proposals.
- Assisted in project evaluations alongside mentor, focusing on community feedback related to plant installations and removals to enhance resident satisfaction and budget adherence.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of proper marking techniques to support crews in plant removal, installation, and transplantation activities.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated pallet jacks to transport goods efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Streamlined packing processes, resulting in faster order fulfillment and enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including inbound, pallet-building, or quality evaluation of packages.
Banquet Server
Chapin's Banquet & Catering
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Catered to customer's needs by serving and preparing fresh food and beverages.
- Maintained a safe work area in the kitchen by cleaning and organizing dishes and decorations.
- Worked effectively with kitchen crew to correctly and quickly fill customers orders.
- Organized the arrangements for special events. Including the selection and placement of tables, chairs, and decorations to accommodate the customer's requests prior to and during events.
- Communicated efficiently with other coworkers to execute tasks properly and avoid complications in high stress situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05-2023
High School Diploma -
Minooka Community High School
Minooka05-2020
Skills
- Integrated pest management
- Water management
- Hydroponics expertise
- Pruning techniques
- Fertilizer application
- Soil analysis
- Growth monitoring
- Sanitation
- Harvesting
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
Certification
Pesticide Applicator License - Expires December 2028
Timeline
Assistant Grower/Greenhouse Worker
The Growing Place Garden Center
03.2024 - Current
Greenhouse Worker
Ted's Greenhouse
03.2023 - 07.2023
Server Assistant and To-Go Worker
Outback Steakhouse
09.2022 - 03.2024
Internship
Yellowstone Landscape
05.2022 - 08.2022
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
09.2020 - 01.2022
Banquet Server
Chapin's Banquet & Catering
09.2018 - 01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
Joliet Junior College
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
Joliet Junior College
High School Diploma -
Minooka Community High School