JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing the planting schedule, overseeing the planting of crops, the planting personnel, conducting seed trials, and managing chemical applications at planting. The expectation of this role is to ensure all of our plantings are strategically placed for optimal production and quality yields. This position requires constant communication and coordination across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of three years’ experience in cool season vegetable farming,
Pest Control Advisor license or ability to obtain within 1 years of hire date
Class C license
Experience of computer software (Microsoft office, Windows 10, excel)
Experience operating machinery such as loaders, forklifts, GPS on Tractors and Back Hoe
Bilingual in spanish preferred but not required
This position is full time. We offer competitive wages and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401k, match, and a vacation program along with the opportunity for personal growth within a learning environment. Salary is based on experience. Ratto Bros Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. Job offer is subject to contingencies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Row Crop Farming: 1 year (Required)
• Pesticide Management : 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: In perso

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Organize and maintain planting schedule including acres per crop to be planted weekly or on other frequency.
• Prepare and distribute and coordinate work schedules for seed and transplant crews, along with land prep team.
• Manage all transplants, including weekly orders as needed to fulfill planting schedule.
• Coordinate with outside growers and RBI planting team.
• Ensure crop rotations and timing practices are cost efficient and lead to the best utilization of ranches & blocks for scheduling purposes.
• Physically inspect the growing progress of all site ID’s in order to make sound and accurate farming decisions. Seek and incorporate new technologies and capabilities into daily operations to improve growing operations
• Maintain inventory and projection of land for planting.
• Organize and designate planting locations for seeded and transplant crops.
• Maintain seed inventory levels and manage costs on a regular basis.
• Order transplants and manage cost to fulfill planting schedule.
• Develop and track nursery (greenhouse) production schedule: plant dates, ready dates, varieties seeded, etc.
• Coordinate the use and movement of transplant trailers and transplant crew.
• Create tank mixes for planting related pesticide applications and maintain pesticide inventory in computer system.
• Review crop availability and make recommendations for crop shredding and residue management.
• Research possible seed varieties and conduct and manage on-farm trials.
• Ensure that the growing team maintains safety compliance with all local state, federal and regulatory agencies
• Ensure proper safety policies are followed by all employees and conduct safety tailgate meetings.
• Other duties that are reasonably associated with the above essential functions of the job may be assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work tasks.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
• Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
• Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.