Farm Manager

FARM MANAGER POSITION

Founded in 1990, Agriland manages over 30,000 acres across 8 counties in the Central Valley. We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated individual to manage and coordinate our Almond and Pistachio operations in the South Valley.

Job Type: Full Time

The Farm Manager will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer, with two Farming Supervisors reporting directly to the Farm Manager. The successful candidate will be forward-thinking, open to new technologies and ideas, organized, have strong people skills, and excellent communication. This position requires someone who can work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversight of all farming activities, including but not limited to pesticide applications and fertilizer applications, irrigation, equipment readiness, harvesting, and coordinating of off-season activities.
• Creating together with the management team, the crop budgets and schedules.
• Managing, hiring, coaching, and leading employees.
• Compiling and submitting expense and activity documents.
• Ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and managing expenses within budgets.
• Monitoring and adhering to customer expectations to ensure their satisfaction.
• Production agriculture & management experience is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in ag or related field is desired, as well as experience in equipment management, irrigation, basic agronomy, budgeting, record keeping & Microsoft software programs.
• Almond and Pistachio experience is necessary.

· Ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

· Agriland has a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, a company funded health savings account, a 401(k) program with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and an annual incentive bonus program. A company vehicle is also provided with this position. Possession of a CDL and an acceptable driving record insurable by the Company’s insurance policy is required.

Essential Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Production, or a related Field.

· Proven experience at a managerial level in Almond & Pistachio operations

· Strong knowledge of budget management and strategic decision-making.

· Good English proficiency

· Knowledge of sustainability programs and continuous improvement processes

Who We Are:

Our culture places a very high value on honesty, authenticity, and service. We strive to ensure a family atmosphere and to maintain a positive employee environment for learning and innovation, with an emphasis on generating greater returns through teamwork powered by skilled and committed individuals. We embrace sustainable practices and do what we can to be good stewards of the land, good community members, and good industry partners.