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This position is responsible for managing the field operations of Sunrise Potato Farm including, but not limited to, representing the organization in the community, executing the annual farm operating plan, assisting management in the development of the annual farm operating plan, hiring/managing team members, conducting operations consistent an annual budget, providing leadership to farm team members, and maintaining/developing relationships with seed potato customers.
Perform/coordinate potato crop planting, fertilizing, irrigation and spray operations
Effectively develop positive relationships in the community
Direct harvest operations
Facilitate the administration of payroll and preparation of time cards
Assist in the preparation of an annual farm budget/plan and ensure operations are consistent with its assumptions
Communicate effectively with management, agronomy, and purchasing department
Complete and compile required records on crops and land base
Oversee potato storage operations
Ensure compliance with all provincial and federal labor laws, agricultural audits, food safety regulations, and workers safety
Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management and support resources
Maintain buildings and equipment ensuring they are in appropriate condition
Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and management
Represent self and company in a professional and positive manner
Attend required company meetings and training and participate in constructive discussion
Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Plant, cultivate and harvest crops
- Manage Overall Operation Of Farm
- Maintain Farm Machinery, Equipment And Buildings
- Hire And Supervise Farm Workers
Type of Farm Operations
- Potato and vegetable