Farm Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The Farm Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of Camelina field operations and equipment maintenance within the organization. The position will also be responsible for managing the field operations staff. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to manage field operations and contribute to the success of our breeding and agronomy endeavors in Camelina crop development.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee the company’s Camelina field operation activities in the US to ensure field tasks are completed efficiently.
• Operate farm/research plot equipment for various field trials and seed production tasks, including pre-plant land preparation, planting, spraying, and harvesting.
• Coordinate the timing of equipment readiness/availability and field activities with the company’s breeding and agronomy teams.
• Maintain and repair or arrange repair of farm machinery and equipment.
• Recommend and perform chemical applications and other treatments as needed to control pests and diseases in field trials.
• Manage employees’ performance, including hiring, training, and coaching of field operations staff and seasonal workers.
• Prepare budgets that detail anticipated costs for field operations, equipment purchase, and maintenance.
• Monitor weather conditions to ensure field operations are conducted at appropriate times.
• Perform other duties as required to meet research needs
• Demonstrate ownership of field operations decisions and performance

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License, air brakes not required, tanker endorsement preferred
• Proficiency in farm heavy equipment operation and mechanical knowledge for equipment maintenance
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and operate power tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with farm inventory management and budget preparation
• This position will be based in Great Falls, Montana with extensive daily travel and up to 20% overnight travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff
• Oversee the daily workflow of the department
• Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy

Education and Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, plant science, agronomy or a related field preferred
• 3 years of farm management experience required
• Recent farming experience is essential
• Commercial Applicators License required, or ability to obtain upon hire

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for short distances
• Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
• Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Global Clean Energy Holdings 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.