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NOW HIRING: FIELD CREW OPERATIONS MANAGER
06/12/18 — Farm
Position Title: Field Crew Operations Manager
Location: Garfield, TX
Reports To: Farm Owner Supervises: Transplant Crew
Position Summary:
The Field Crew Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of tillage and planting at the farm. They must be very hands-on, actively leading the staff on the farm to achieve the company goals. This position requires a results-driven individual who can also maintain positive dynamics within the farm work environment.
Responsibilities
- Supervises work of planting crews and tillage operators (4 people total)
- Works closely with the Crop Planning Manager and Farm Owner to understand the schedule and set priorities
- Works closely with the Bed Preparation staff to make sure the beds are ready for the transplant.
- Motivate and lead the farm staff, improving productivity and efficiency through training, internal growth and education
- Professionally manage basic H/R duties at the farm under direction from Operations Manager
- Produce vegetables with excellent quality and high yields
- Ensure that Johnson’s Backyard Garden agricultural policies are followed and that the farm’s cleanliness and orderliness represents the company well
- Be a Team player working with the Farm,Harvest,Irrigation and Barn Managers.
- Responsible for hiring Transplant / Tomato crews when needed.
- Minimum of 2 years of farm production experience, with some management experience
- An understanding of agricultural methods, fertilizers, pesticides, irrigation and farm equipment
- A track record for following through on projects and getting things done in a timely manner
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and other farm management software
- Excellent judgment in prioritizing responsibilities and delegating tasks to staff members
- Excellent communication and team-building skills
- Ability to work additional hours as needed, particularly during peak seasons
- Highly organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Spanish fluency
- Experience operating farm machinery
- College degree
- Ability to repeatedly lift 50 lbs
- Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation is dependent on experience Range from $15-$18/hr. Paid bi-weekly. Permanent employees are eligible for Individual Health Plan benefits. Weekly veggie boxes and bi-weekly eggs included.
Directions for Applying:
Please send an email to jobs@jbgorganic.com with the following format. Following specific directions is the first way to impress us!
- Subject Line should read “[Job Title]: [First Initial]_[Last Name]” … For example, “Planting Crew Coordinator: J_Smith”
- Email body should be short & sweet - help us notice you! Ensure that it contains your contact information.
- Attach three documents to your email, ensuring that their file names are clear: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume 3) List containing contact information of two professional references
The responsibilities & duties listed above are intended to communicate general priorities of this position, but should not be understood as an exhaustive list of all work requirements to be completed at JBG Organic. Farms require flexibility! We are committed to training, developing, and promoting from within the company based on performance.
JBG Organic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, or sexual orientation.
