Habitera Farms is an 84-acre farm located in Brentwood, California. Habitera is dedicated to growing delicious, nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables using organic, non-GMO, and sustainable practices. The farm produces mulberries and is the largest mulberry producer in the United States, experiencing rapid growth and expansion. Founded in 2018, we are committed to responsible farming that nourishes both people and the planet.
We’re hiring a full-time
Harvest Supervisor to join our team in Brentwood, California. In this role, you will lead daily harvest operations across assigned farm blocks, supervising crews and ensuring efficient, high-quality picking aligned with crop readiness and business priorities. This position plays a key role in maintaining productivity, fruit quality, and operational efficiency throughout the harvest season.
We offer competitive hourly compensation of $30/hour (or $240/day), with estimated monthly earnings of approximately $5,200 based on a six-day work week. Actual earnings may be higher due to overtime opportunities. In addition, a $5,000 season-end bonus will be paid on July 15, 2026, contingent upon completion of the full season and satisfactory performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily harvest operations across assigned farm blocks, ensuring timely picking aligned with yield readiness and business priorities (U-Pick, markets, freeze-dry)
- Supervise and manage harvest crews, including task assignment, productivity tracking, and on-field coaching to maximize output and efficiency
- Maintain high-quality harvesting standards by minimizing fruit damage, monitoring ripeness, and enforcing proper handling practices
- Track and report daily harvest volumes, crew performance, and field issues to farm management for planning and optimization
- Enforce safety, discipline, and operational protocols across crews, including proper equipment use and adherence to farm guidelines
Qualifications:
- Currently working in a similar Harvest Supervisor or equivalent leadership role
- Minimum of 3 years of harvest supervision experience preferred, ideally with berry crops
- Fluent Spanish required, with functional English communication skills
- Strong leadership, organizational, and team management abilities
- Ability to work extended hours and a six-day schedule during peak harvest season
