Farm Manager
Company: Sun World International, LLC
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: October 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:ABOUT THE COMPANYSun World International is a
California-based agriculture and technology firm engaged in fruit
variety development, technology, intellectual property, and
licensing. Its technology and IP pursuits include one of the
world's leading fruit breeding/genetics programs, a broad-based
portfolio of plant patents and trademarks, and investments in
agriculture technology start-ups benefiting our global licensees.
Licensing consists of sharing new proprietary stone fruit and table
grape varieties, and the IP they comprise, with like-minded fruit
growers and marketers in more than 15 countries around the world.
The Company prizes creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial
spirit. Its people strive for excellence by demonstrating
leadership, passion, kindness, authenticity, courage, initiative,
and curiosity.REPORTS TO Director of OperationsLOCATION Center for
Innovation in Wasco, CARESPONSIBILITIESEnsures successful growth
and development of all phases of crop growing cycles for a diverse
portfolio of table grape, stone fruit, and sub-tropical crops:---
Manages and schedules agronomic activities to maintain healthy and
productive vines and trees.--- Oversees successful cultivation,
thinning, pruning, tying, suckering removal, canopy management,
grafting, planting, and replanting, fertigation, weed control and
harvesting.--- Manages, personally or through contract services,
pest control and herbicide applications and soil fumigation in
accordance with safe viticultural and orchard practices.-- Manages
irrigation maintenance for the field, screenhouse, and
greenhouses.--- Oversees and coordinates erosion control, trellis
installation, irrigation installation, frost protection, vineyard
and orchard establishment, fence installation.--- Search out and
evaluate vineyard and orchard problems and make recommendations
that provide effective, timely and economic solutions to deliver
quality fruit.--- Track down and resolve challenges that emerge at
the vineyard and develop detailed recommendations that will result
in timely and cost-effective results for quality output.--- Stay
current on innovations in viticulture and orchard management
through continuing education and networking.Ensures successful
operations of satellite breeding and test blocks based in Central
and Southern California:--- Ensure success of farming operations at
two test blocks in the Coachella Valley, and an additional test
block in Cutler through support of local farming teams.--- Trouble
shoot various plant growth challenges and other operational aspects
of breeding and test blocks across a range of crops.--- Work with
farming teams to develop and maintain system improvement and
improved practices where required.Maintain equipment and worker
safety:--- Oversee operation and maintenance of vineyard equipment
and infrastructure.--- Ensures that all necessary equipment is on
site and in good operating condition prior to work.--- Participates
in safety and quality inspections and audits; serves as a member
and/or supports the vineyard/orchard team members on the safety
committee.--- Maintains a safe work environment.--- Ensures an
organized, clean, and well-maintained farming operation including
equipment, tools, and grounds.--- Maintains all required spray
records according to regulations.--- Supervise and coach workers
engaged in machinery-maintenance activities.--- Train workers in
work procedures, safety policies, and use of machinery and
tools.Manage a team of field workers and technicians and work
closely with breeders and R&D activities:--- Support hiring,
managing and supervising personnel, including full-time, part-time
and seasonal vineyard/orchard staff and contract workers.--- Plans
and efficiently schedules labor and work that involves moving team
and crew members to top priority work in the field, greenhouse, and
lab.--- Provides feedback and guidance for vineyard and orchard
workers to yield the best results.--- Enforces company policy,
supervises to ensure all work is carried out safely and
correctly.--- Understand and train employees in Policy, Procedures
and Safety--- Performs employee evaluations and development
planning.--- Partner closely with plant breeders to ensure
activities are done well and on-time to support the breeding
programs.--- Communicate effectively with R&D team members to
ensure research blocks are well maintained, plants are properly
labeled, and cared for, and that research projects are successfully
executed from a farming operations
perspective.Requirements:Required Skills and Abilities Solid
understanding of vineyard/orchard/farm management practices and
procedures. Expert knowledge of viticulture and orchard practices
with grape growing experience a plus.Knowledge of irrigation
systems and greenhouse operations.Excellent communication skills
and the ability to work constructively as part of a
team.Demonstrated excellence in team leadership and decision-making
skills.Ability to adapt and evolve the operations as breeding and
company strategies evolveGood understanding MS Office applications,
digital data recording and data managementAbility to develop
business reports, develop and track progress on key initiatives,
and measure success across metrics and key performance
indicators.Experience with the operation of equipment, including
forklift, backhoe, and tractors.Must obtain or have a pesticide
applicator certification.Excellent organizational skills and
attention to detail are required.Ability to manage budgets and
spend, develop capital plans, and plan to ensure operational
excellence.Fluency in English/Spanish is required.Adaptability to
work in outdoor environment in all weather.Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in viticulture, horticulture, or related field.6+
years' experience in farm or vineyard management.Demonstrated team
supervisory, budgeting and decision-making skills.Experience with
the operation of equipment, including forklift, backhoe, and
tractors.Must obtain or have a pesticide applicator
certification.This position requires proficiency in English to
communicate effectively in a global organization.Valid driver's
license and ability to operate farm vehicles/equipment.Sun World
International LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value
diversity. The company does not discriminate based on race, color,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic
forbidden under federal, state or local law. Compensation details:
99500-140650 Yearly SalaryPI59624e1dfc74-25660-35229662
Keywords: Sun World International, LLC, Camarillo , Farm Manager, Executive , Bakersfield, California
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