Farm Manager - Port Elgin

at  Cavendish Farms

Reporting to the Vice President of Farm Operations, the Farm Manager will provide expertise and oversee the management of successfully growing potatoes for our customers’ demands. This includes directing all daily operations which includes but is not limited to:
Planting, Growing, Harvesting and Storing. The Farm Manager’s expertise will be utilized to attain the highest possible yields, quality, and profitability from farm operations. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, “Can Do” attitude and the ability to adapt to a fast paced, dynamic work environment where safety, quality and people are our top priorities.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Post-secondary education in Agriculture and/or Business is preferred
• 4+ years Farm Management experience. Direct experience with potatoes is strongly preferred; experience with row crop(s) preferred.Experience preparing and managing budgets
• Excellent people management & leadership experience
• Experience with development of the following:
• Center Pivot Irrigation
• Land Development with new irrigation and infrastructure
• Sustainable fertility management
• Full understanding of disease, and pest management required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with a strong focus on program improvement
• Negotiation and business skills including the ability deal with landowners
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the farm supervisory staff
• Manage entire farm operation including budgeting and profitability of the farm
• Manage and drive employee safety programs in liaison with Corporate Health, Safety & Environment specialist
• Analyze historical farm data and interpret for long term decision making
• Adopt and implement agricultural technology that provides efficiency in operations
• Adhere to all Agricultural Sustainability initiatives for customer needs
• Produce the highest quality raw product for short term and long-term storage
• Identify/implement crop management practices to enhance quality of production and evaluate current and new production practices
• Scale all operations of the business to ensure the proper utilization of capital/human resources
• Partner with internal stakeholders to determine raw requirements to meet business demands
• Oversee annual Capitol Purchases of Equipment with a focus on driving costs out of the Business and increasing efficiencies
• Cultivate positive relationships with our suppliers, customers, and landlords in the Agricultural Community

Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have two state-of-the-art potato processing plants in PEI, one in Lethbridge, AB and another in Jamestown, ND. Headquartered in Dieppe, NB, the company also operates an appetizer plant in Wheatley, ON and has sales office locations in Toronto and Boston. Cavendish Farms is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package including but not limited to:

• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
• RRSP matching program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
• Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies
• Hybrid work schedule (if applicable) to provide you the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

Please refer the Job description for details