Farm Manager

Dole Food Company, Inc. is seeking a Farm Manager in Salinas, CA. The role involves overseeing farming operations across 1991.40 acres, developing seasonal farming plans, managing budgets, training employees, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include procurement of materials, maintaining records, and participating in company meetings. The position does not require a degree and is full-time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Responsible for the coordination and control of all aspects related to farming operations in support of the divisional objectives at the job location.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• Responsible for farming operations for crops in the job location. Specifically, 1991.40 farm acres translating into 4250 crop acres.
• Develop farming plan for the season including varieties, plant spacing, nurseries, fumigation, acreage, labor and harvest requirements
• Responsible for procurement of seed, chemicals and fertilizers. Work in partnership with Ag Manager on purchasing of materials and supplies for all farming needs
• Maintain crop information cards and crop irrigation cards.
• Train and mentor new employees to meet company goals
• Manage the annual farm budget review and approve vendor invoices.
• Participate in all weekly company grower meetings to review Key Performance Indicators, requirements and responsibilities for Dole growers.
• Develop goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for all direct reports
• Responsible for organizing and coordinating equipment contractors for land prep and other sub-contracting issues.
• Maintain records, permits and reports per local and state regulations
• Work with other internal departments to ensure all Dole programs are functioning and in place (Target Zero, Food Safety etc.) and working within Company standards.
• Approve work hours and employee reimbursements of direct reports.
• Actively contribute in Operational Excellence meetings and committees to help drive the business.
• Attend and participate in company meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.