Lennard Ag is hiring a Farm Manager to oversee 750 acres of irrigated potatoes in Tarsboro, NC. We are open to candidates who bring farming experience in other crops. This role is great for a current Farm Hand, Farm Operator or Assistant Farm manager ready to take their next step or someone how is already a seasoned manager.
Lennard Ag Company is a family-owned, three generations deep farming operation that’s been producing and delivering quality vegetables and grain crops since 1947. Specializing in potatoes, tomatoes, seed corn, and commercial corn, we grow over 14,000 acres in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, South Carolina, and North Carolina. We combine strong industry traditions with cutting-edge agricultural practices, advanced technology, and the latest management practices.
In this Farm Manager role for a portion of the year you will be the only person at this location which grows potatoes. You will also lead shared employees from other locations including operators and technicians during plant and harvest. You will be managing the success of our that location where you will be in a hands-on role. You will also be responsible for running irrigation and ensuring appropriate water and fertigation. During the off-season you will be preparing for the upcoming season.
We offer competitive salary and benefits include health & dental insurance, paid time off, disability benefits and life insurance. This position does have peak hours during plant and harvest including long hours and weekends but sticks to a 40-45 hour work week during the winter months.
This position is for you if you:
- Hold an Associate's or bachelor’s degree in a relatable field such as agronomy, ag technology, agriculture, mechanical engineering, diesel tech, crop and soil science, etc.
- Mechanical ability
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee operational planting, growing, and harvesting of a variety of crops
- Coordinate with the agronomy team on plant health and agronomic plan for the season
- Coordinate with local ag retail locations on spray program
- Ensure equipment is maintained and works on shared equipment and personnel coordination with other locations
- Collect and assess operational data to assist leadership in improving organizational efficiency
- Coach team members in order to assist them in accomplishing organizational, professional, and personal goals
- Manage seasonal employees and assist with hiring and performance management
- Complete Weekly Time Report