GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Responsible for the coordination and control of all aspects related to farming operations in support of the divisional objectives at the job location.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

•    Responsible for farming operations for crops in the job location.  Specifically, 1991.40 farm acres translating into 4250 crop acres.
•    Develop farming plan for the season including varieties, plant spacing, nurseries, fumigation, acreage, labor and harvest requirements
•    Responsible for procurement of seed, chemicals and fertilizers. Work in partnership with Ag Manager on purchasing of materials and supplies for all farming needs
•    Maintain crop information cards and crop irrigation cards.
•    Train and mentor new employees to meet company goals
•    Manage the annual farm budget review and approve vendor invoices.
•    Participate in all weekly company grower meetings to review Key Performance Indicators, requirements and responsibilities for Dole growers. 
•    Develop goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for all direct reports
•    Responsible for organizing and coordinating equipment contractors for land prep and other sub-contracting issues.
•    Maintain records, permits and reports per local and state regulations
•    Work with other internal departments to ensure all Dole programs are functioning and in place (Target Zero, Food Safety etc.) and working within Company standards.
•    Approve work hours and employee reimbursements of direct reports.
•    Actively contribute in Operational Excellence meetings and committees to help drive the business.
•    Attend and participate in company meetings as required.
•    Other duties as assigned.