Farm Foreman - Planasa USA

SUMMARY:

The Crew Lead person is responsible for providing guidance and support on the day-to-day field/crew operations including but not limited to: ground preparation and field establishment, fumigation, irrigation, planting, weed control, pest scouting, pesticide/fungicides applications, safe operation of equipment and/or machinery,oversight of general field laborers during planting, growing, pre-harvest, harvest, and post-harvest season. This position provides direct support to the Farm Supervisors and Managers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES

• Guide field labor with the goal of maximizing efficiency and productivity of field operations.
• Provide direct support to Supervisors during, planting, flower cutting, weeding, runner setting, and digging crew.
• Assist in assuring sufficient resource availability, allocations and proper employee trainings are conducted and distributing safety gear, shade trailers, water, and restrooms are available as needed.
• Assist in posting all required notifications including chemical and safety signs.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of equipment required for use by general laborers in your departments.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge and skills.
• Operate equipment and machinery as needed throughout the year
• Inform Supervisor and/or Farm Manager apprised of any unsafe conditions, concerns, or issues that may arise.
• Assist staff with problem solving as required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Working knowledge of general farm operations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required to work with and supervise employees with a wide range of skill sets, educational levels and work experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate equipment and/or machinery including but not limited to tractors, forklifts, caterpillars, plant diggers, bin carriers, and disks. Ability to train others in the safe operation of equipment and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Ability to work independently using effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to speak, read and write conversational English and Spanish preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of one (1) year progressively responsible experience in the Agriculture industry or related field.

Pay:

$22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person