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Job Description
- Performs proactive crop protection analysis and evaluation on a regular basis.
- Evaluates current farming practices and makes recommendations based on the results of the evaluation.
- This includes regular analysis of soil, water and leaf/plants to determine type and quantity of applications required for maximum production.
- Directs and coordinates worker activities related to chemical and fertilizer applications and record keeping.
- Consults with the appropriate manager to ensure clarity of intent and clarity of desired outcomes.
- Coordinates growing activities with the appropriate departments to ensure clarity of intent and clarity of desired outcomes.
- Inspects equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Recommends machinery, equipment and supplies necessary to operate the farm spray program.
- Verifies operator knowledge of tasks and specifics of the operating and loading procedures.
- Determines best customer source for chemicals, fertilizer, etc., based on knowledge and background in the industry.
- Provides direct supervision over staff to include discretionary authority to determine methods of work; plan, assign and direct the work; in coordination with human resources and corporate policy, recommend personnel actions discharge,
- Develops and maintains effective communications between Corporate Management, other employees, and any other individuals that affect the operations of the farm
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in operations management or related field.
- Experience in management, operations, and leadership.
- Understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow management.
- Ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Solid understanding of financial management
- Knowledge and skill in managing chemical, fertilizer and irrigation applications in the small fruit and tree industry.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing crop output.
- Knowledge of farm equipment and machinery and the ability to operate and to effectively train others in the safe operation of such.
- Skill and ability to motivate, develop and direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
