Lead Supervisor
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Location: Oxnard, CA 93033
Description:
About the Opportunity
The Lead Supervisor role will be responsible for the test plot crew, managing operations in the test plot and coordination of harvest evaluation of Driscoll's proprietary plant varieties according to globally established protocols. This position will provide support for our Breeding and Applied Research teams in collecting data required by Breeders and their teams.
Individual will be asked to work 40 hours per week and have a flexible attitude to work hours due to the seasonal nature of the crops. In high season late work and/or weekend work on rotational basis can be required.
Responsibilities
Manage permanent employees and seasonal workers
Assist in the recruitment, management, and onboarding of seasonal staff
Motivate staff and ensure work is conducted to the right standards
Carry out training of seasonal staff as per written global protocols on harvest evaluation
Ensure field staff have adequate resources and training to perform their duties and be responsible for ordering supplies as necessary
Ensure that schedule for staff optimizes productivity and workflow
Maintain the timesheets for seasonal staff and communicate any overtime to relevant parties
Coordinate and collaborate the harvest operation with Test Plot Manager and Technical grower
Plan and manage practical tasks within the harvest operation including but not limited to daily labor requirements, setting up weekend rotation
Support Test Plot operations including pruning, tunnel setting, administrative tasks, data collection, label printing
Maintain updates on globally established protocols for yield collection and grading
Ensure all collected internal database records are error free and all collected data is present
Ensure that all updates of the database are done on time as required
Develop written Standard Operating Procedures for all test plot, harvest and data collection activities
Arrange representative shelf life, brix, sensory and customer samples are prepared/delivered/ on time
Ensure checks and regular calibration of staff to make sure that the fruit is being handled properly according to correct protocols
Provide support with visiting customers, growers and visitors
Ensure that all necessary equipment is in good condition, serviced/calibrated and available for staff to perform their duties
Collaborate and support post-harvest breeding department activities as necessary
Any other duties as assigned by Test Plot Manager or Technical Grower
Candidate Profile
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years of professional work experience in Horticulture; preferably in berries
Excellent written and communication skills
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications & Leadership Skills
Be a team player, having an open-minded and flexible attitude, responding positively to different opinions and changing priorities within the harvest operation
The ability to follow instructions, pay close attention to detail
Good communication and problem-solving skills
Have good organizational skills and be able to multi-task
Excellent record keeping skills
Commitment to safety and teamwork in workplace
Strong initiative and accountability to deliver against projected goals
Interpersonal skills required to work and manage multinational team
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Compensation and Benefits
The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.
Salary Range estimated for the Lead Field Supervisor: $72,400.00/year to $90,000.00/year.
Driscoll's is committed to a culture of care and offers an attractive benefits package that varies between our locations. Benefits may include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week (US). Other benefits may include: 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing participation, paid sick time, paid vacation, paid personal and family care leave, and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). More detailed information regarding the benefits package based on your geographic location, will be shared during the application process.
The Lead Supervisor role will be responsible for the test plot crew, managing operations in the test plot and coordination of harvest evaluation of Driscoll's proprietary plant varieties according to globally established protocols. This position will provide support for our Breeding and Applied Research teams in collecting data required by Breeders and their teams.
Individual will be asked to work 40 hours per week and have a flexible attitude to work hours due to the seasonal nature of the crops. In high season late work and/or weekend work on rotational basis can be required.
Responsibilities
Manage permanent employees and seasonal workers
Assist in the recruitment, management, and onboarding of seasonal staff
Motivate staff and ensure work is conducted to the right standards
Carry out training of seasonal staff as per written global protocols on harvest evaluation
Ensure field staff have adequate resources and training to perform their duties and be responsible for ordering supplies as necessary
Ensure that schedule for staff optimizes productivity and workflow
Maintain the timesheets for seasonal staff and communicate any overtime to relevant parties
Coordinate and collaborate the harvest operation with Test Plot Manager and Technical grower
Plan and manage practical tasks within the harvest operation including but not limited to daily labor requirements, setting up weekend rotation
Support Test Plot operations including pruning, tunnel setting, administrative tasks, data collection, label printing
Maintain updates on globally established protocols for yield collection and grading
Ensure all collected internal database records are error free and all collected data is present
Ensure that all updates of the database are done on time as required
Develop written Standard Operating Procedures for all test plot, harvest and data collection activities
Arrange representative shelf life, brix, sensory and customer samples are prepared/delivered/ on time
Ensure checks and regular calibration of staff to make sure that the fruit is being handled properly according to correct protocols
Provide support with visiting customers, growers and visitors
Ensure that all necessary equipment is in good condition, serviced/calibrated and available for staff to perform their duties
Collaborate and support post-harvest breeding department activities as necessary
Any other duties as assigned by Test Plot Manager or Technical Grower
Candidate Profile
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years of professional work experience in Horticulture; preferably in berries
Excellent written and communication skills
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications & Leadership Skills
Be a team player, having an open-minded and flexible attitude, responding positively to different opinions and changing priorities within the harvest operation
The ability to follow instructions, pay close attention to detail
Good communication and problem-solving skills
Have good organizational skills and be able to multi-task
Excellent record keeping skills
Commitment to safety and teamwork in workplace
Strong initiative and accountability to deliver against projected goals
Interpersonal skills required to work and manage multinational team
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Compensation and Benefits
The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.
Salary Range estimated for the Lead Field Supervisor: $72,400.00/year to $90,000.00/year.
Driscoll's is committed to a culture of care and offers an attractive benefits package that varies between our locations. Benefits may include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week (US). Other benefits may include: 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing participation, paid sick time, paid vacation, paid personal and family care leave, and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). More detailed information regarding the benefits package based on your geographic location, will be shared during the application process.