First-line Supervisors Of Farming
Employer
Burchell Nursery Inc. 6705 S. Clovis Ave
Fowler, CA 93625
United States
Job description
The worker must possess a valid Class C driver's license, be insurable, and be able to transport workers and equipment.
Supervisor Duties: Manage and coordinate employees for farm work and laborer positions and farm equipment operator job duties.
Direct and coordinate, through subordinate supervisory personnel, the activities of workers dedicated to the production of agricultural crops. Directs and coordinates worker activities such as planting, watering, applying chemicals, and harvesting.
Coordinates cultivation activities with management, human resources, agronomy department, equipment maintenance, packing house, and other related departments.
Examples of supervisory duties are:
• Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations. • Ensure tasks are completed and arrive at job sites on time.
•Make sure employees follow all rules set by the employer
• Make sure they are maintaining and cleaning living areas. Notify appropriate staff of housing issues so they can be addressed
• Make sure the home is cleaned regularly
• Ensure vehicles are cleaned and fluids checked regularly •Notify appropriate personnel of vehicle issues so they can be addressed
• ManageH2A employee time clock to ensure hours worked are recorded correctly
• Manage transportation to and from work and grocerystores once a week
• Disciplinary writing and record keeping for employees
• Check the location of workers several times a day
• Notify appropriate personnel of any injuries so they are reported and managed appropriately
• Ensure employees have the proper equipment to do their jobs, as well as track equipment and maintenance •Coordinate with farm management to ensure the correct number and correct employees are in designated areas
•Language translation for farm management• Manage the location, stock, cleanliness and number of portable toilets with work equipment • Manage record books for food safety • Monitor heat/climate for work crews and adhere to guidelines
• Ability to generate the work order in the worker's area of responsibility independently and ability to calculate anticipated production by field and my workday.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to work extended hours during peak seasons and adapt to changing weather conditions or urgent operational needs. • Attention to Detail: Precision in record-keeping, data analysis for of crop yields, and reporting on daily operations is required to ensure optimal farm performance. • Continuous LearningAttitude: A commitment to staying updated on the latest agricultural trends, technologies, and regulations by attending workshops, seminars, or pursuing relevant certifications at the employer’s expense.
•During harvest, workers will drive harvest vehicles.
• Responsible for vehicle maintenance tasks, including fueling and cleaning. • Must check and maintain vehicle safety features and perform minor repairs or routine maintenance as necessary.
Special Requirements
Variable weather conditions. All work must be performed in a manner that exhibits Generally Accepted Practices (GAP) and the utmost food safety at all times. Verifiable work experience is required. The employee may drive a 5-passenger truck. The employee may pick up workers from different housing sites/pick-up points, take them to an assigned work site, and, at the end of the day, take them back to the housing site/pick-up point.
To drive farmworkers, the Employee must possess a valid driver's license (state-issued) and must be able to pass a Class CDriver's License, Physical exam, and register as an FLCE driver. The employer will be responsible for the cost of the PhysicalExam and the registration as an FLCE driver(if any). The Drivers License and FLCECertificate are job requirements. Minimum of 12 months of Agricultural Experience