Ranch Foreman

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• Oversee, communicate, and direct farm employee(s) and crews in a positive way to succeed and produce results.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintain and follow safe work practices.
• In collaboration with Ranch Manager, assist in the direction and coordination of the overall operations of the ranch including maintenance, irrigation, pesticide application, and harvesting.
• Provide leadership to FLC crew(s) and directing them to ensure completion of necessary tasks using safe and efficient approach.
• Inspect and observe fields to determine upcoming jobs such as cultivation, irrigation, harvesting, and spray applications according to time of year.
• Identify and communicate potential opportunities to improve efficiency of all work activities.
• Report all safety, compliance, or any other issues immediately to Ranch Manager.
• Train personnel in work procedure, safety policies, and the use of machinery.
• Accurate record keeping of equipment maintenance, pesticide inventory, and irrigation.
• Report to management daily to determine cost per acre of ongoing activities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Work in collaboration with Ranch Manager and Area Manager to carry out daily tasks in an efficient manner, with assistance provided by the FLC crew.
• Report to Ranch Manager daily to assist to the best of ability in creation of daily/weekly and monthly plan.
• Communicate daily with FLC Foreman to execute daily task in an efficient and safely manner.

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in farm labor, preferably in tree crops.
• High School Diploma or GED required or 4 years of firsthand experience.
• Solid understanding of farm functions and procedures.
• Irrigations systems, spray and pruning knowledge.
• Valid CA driver license and be insurable with the company’s insurance carrier.
• Private Applicator Certificate or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and leadership both electronically and verbally.
• Critical thinking, decision making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to travel between ranch locations.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Capable of working a flexible schedule, as workload requires including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must know basic computer skills.
• Previous work experience working with equipment operation safety, maintenance, and basic repair is required.
• 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.
• Bilingual (preferably), English and Spanish, write and speak is a plus.
• Be a self‑starter and have the ability to work independently as well as with other team members and management.

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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