Job Description
Job Description Farm Manager Salary Range: $75,000-$120,000 base salary
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, PTO, Holidays
About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Farm Manager to oversee operations for crops, including wheat, grain corn, soybeans straw bales and vegetables. The ideal candidate will have strong management skills, hands-on farming experience, and a passion for optimizing crop production.
Qualifications/Experience: - Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (Crop Science, Agronomy, Ag Business, or related field).
- 3-5+ years of management experience in the agriculture industry.
- 2+ years in farm management or assistant management roles.
- Farm equipment operation experience is required.
- Mechanical knowledge of farm equipment.
- Experience as a “hands-on” farm manager.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
- Proficiency in modern farming applications and precision agriculture technology.
Responsibilities: - Manage and supervise equipment operators, ensuring efficient and productive operations.
- Oversee all aspects of crop production, including planting, harvesting, spraying, and fieldwork.
- Develop and manage daily schedules for operators to optimize workflow.
- Order crop inputs, equipment parts, and other essential items for successful operations.
- Monitor crops regularly, including scouting, tissue sampling, and identifying weeds and diseases.
- Ensure timely maintenance and efficient use of farm equipment.
- Implement modern farming practices to enhance productivity and sustainability.
Compensation and Benefits: - Competitive base salary: $75,000-$120,000.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
- Potential housing options available.
If you are a motivated and experienced farm manager with a background in specialty crops and a hands-on approach, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and help us achieve agricultural excellence!
Reach out to Emily Robbins at emily.robbins@gogpac.com if you have any questions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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