Now Hiring: Agricultural Operations Supervisor
Salary: $65,000 per year
Type: Direct Hire Position
Location: Wahiawa, Hawaii
Job Description:
Under the guidance of the Manager, Agriculture, the Agricultural Operations Supervisor will oversee and supervise various operating departments, including land preparation, planting, irrigation, spray, harvesting, packing, shipping, and agricultural engineering.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks/Duties:
Supervise all land preparation activities, including plowing, disking, subsoiling, deep tillage, harrowing, and clearing of fields.
Ensure accurate block layouts and adherence to specifications for soil conservation, drainage systems, and field roads.
Supervise the laying of mulch and pre-plant application of soil fumigants, fertilizers, and fungicide.
Oversee the installation of ground and surface irrigation pipes, drip irrigation applications, and fertilizer, chlorine, and pesticide injections.
Supervise overhead sprinkler irrigation activities.
Manage boom spray application of insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and plant regulators.
Coordinate all weed control activities.
Supervise field activities, including fresh fruit harvesting, packing, and transportation.
Oversee processing and shipping operations.
Generate and administer long and short-term operating schedules and estimates.
Assist in the development and administration of the operating budget.
Participate in agricultural cost control programs to ensure budget goals are achieved.
Provide input for the development of research programs.
Knowledge, Skills, Ability, Experience:
Required: Five years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in an agricultural environment.Preferred: Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong leadership ability, and the ability to supervise, motivate, and train employees effectively.
Education and Certification:
Bachelor's degree in an agricultural discipline or five years of progressively responsible supervisory experience.Must be trained in the use of specialized chemicals and possess a Certified Pesticide Applicators License, Categories 1, 2 (fumigation), and 3 (chemigation).Valid driver's license is also requiredPhysical Requirements:
Must be able to tolerate outdoor working conditions.
Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
To apply, please submit your resume and a recruiter will reach out to you.
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