Farm Unit Manager

Deseret Farms of California is seeking a proactive and results-driven Farm Unit Manager to be responsible for managing personnel, land, capital, machinery, and all other resources to produce high quality and high yielding crops, in addition to maximizing profits on the Walnuts and Prunes farm unit. This role will be the go-to technical expert on all areas of this unit, as well as a leader who inspires and motivates others to perform with the highest integrity and level of performance. This position's main geographical responsibility is located in Chico, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, mentor and develop personnel on all policy, procedures, and safety in the performance of operations and tasks, per company standards.
• Select and train full-time, seasonal, and temporary employees required for their unit. Supervision extends to Manager Trainees, large planting and harvest crews, equipment operators, farm leads, and interns.
• Direct activities on a farm unit to produce, harvest, and store crops, to achieve the greatest profitability per acre while improving the resource base.
• Identify areas of improvement; make recommendation on continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure timeliness of all cultural practices on the unit, including land preparations, seedbed preparation, planting, cultivating, chemical and fertilizer application, irrigation, and harvesting.
• Accountable for legal and safe application and documentation of chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides.
• Develop and implement annual crop plan effectively, efficiently, and on time.
• Various company-wide or farm tasks as directed by Farm Manager or company management.
• Champion best safety practices and adherence to regulatory PPE requirements to ensure complete compliance.

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Plant Science, Ag Business or related degree or minimum 4 years equivalent work experience.
• Previous supervisory experience in an agricultural setting with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of crop requirements, production practices and pest control.
• Proficient computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills a plus.
• Ability to obtain CA Private Applicator Certificate.
• Must have a valid, in-state driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job which includes lifting and carrying repetitively up to 50lbs. This job will occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places, and/or risk of electrical shock; frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals; and regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level is often loud. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per applicable laws and regulations will be supplied.
• Must be able to accommodate the regular farm schedule of 55-60 hours per week, which may include days, nights, swing, and weekend shifts, per business needs.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: https://www.agreserves.com/benefits/.

AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,435.00 - $108,655.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $72,435 - $108,655