Farm Manager

FARM MANGAER

HUMBOLDT COUNTY

Ready to take your career to new heights? Plant the seeds for your next great job in the cannabis industry with Higher Growth Search!

We Take Your Career to New Heights:

With over 50 years in the staffing industry and extensive experience connecting job seekers like yourself with great companies in the cannabis space, Higher Growth Search helps you get your foot in the door in this exciting industry. We have statewide reach, and connect with you on the local level, so you’ll have the support you need to find a job that will help your cannabis career flower.

We’ve Got the Details:

This position is with a vertically integrated cannabis company with an outdoor grow operation. The successful candidate will have 5 years of crop specific farm managerial experience and 5+ years of farm management experience, and an understanding of California Department of Ag rules, regulations, and approved products. The successful candidate will have managerial experience in plant growth, permaculture, personnel training, scheduling, and equipment maintenance and functions. The candidate will utilize scientific techniques to improve the condition of the existing plants and prevent and suppress pest populations.

You’ve Got What It Takes:

Whether you’re a seasoned cannabis industry veteran or are just transitioning into this space, you are excited to put your skills and experience to good use.

This position requires that you are:

• 21 years of age or older

• Punctual, professional, and able to communicate clearly with your managers and other staff

• Physically capable of performing all duties associated with this role, including:

• Uphold Best Management Practice (BMP) for Pest Control, Plant Fertility, Water Quality, Soil Restoration, Equipment maintenance and Farm Organization

• Working directly with ownership and oversee all levels of production from planting to harvesting

• Direct and Supervise employees

• Understand the mechanics and maintenance of all current and future pieces of equipment

• Collect data and report with directors and owners regarding daily and weekly findings

• Proficiency in OSHA

• Uphold and maintain accurate records and lead by example for all Re-entry Intervals, Worker Safety, Health and Safety practices, Safe Environmental Practices into all functions of responsibility.

• Work directly with owners and directors before any major actions are taken.

• College Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture or Biological Science.

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role for crop specific production.

• 5+ years of experience in farm management

• Proficient in IPM and Fertilizer administration

• Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

• Technical knowledge of pest eradication and disease control in an agricultural setting.

• High attention to detail in all work, have strong project management skills and can coordinate several priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent written and verbal communications

• Ability to logically solve problems and work under pressure.

• Perform calculations and operations for chemicals ratings (Conversions, percentages, rates, etc..)

• Strong organizational skills to monitor and track numerous activities throughout the year.

• Ability to multi-task and work with frequent interruptions

• Strong people management skills and organizational skills. Leads by example.

• Flexible and demonstrated ability to take initiative.

• Strong work ethic and demonstrates accountability and adaptability

Your Next Steps Are Clear:

Please send us your resume and cover letter, and make sure to include information about your trimming experience! You will be asked to complete and pass a background screening.

To learn more about Higher Growth Search or explore other open jobs in California’s cannabis industry, visit highergrowthsearch.com.

HGS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characters protected by the law.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Farm management: 5 years (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented — quality and precision-focused
• Aggressive — competitive and growth-oriented
• Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture
• Team-oriented — cooperative and collaborative

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• 8 hour shift