Harvest Supervisor

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Harvest Supervisor plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of our Ag Operations Mission. This role encompasses the supervision, leadership, training, operational expertise, and oversight of field activities to deliver high-quality raw materials in a safe and efficient manner while consistently meeting customer expectations.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled individual with a strong work ethic, a passion for agriculture, and a commitment to safety.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise Field Personnel during daily operations, including planting, pre-harvest, topping, and harvesting, while emphasizing comprehensive training.
• Maintain regular communication with Harvest/Planting Field Personnel to discuss expectations, address challenges, coordinate schedules, and identify opportunities for improvement within the harvest group.
• Collaborate daily with Harvest/Planting management to align strategies, tackle challenges, optimize scheduling, and enhance the training program.
• Establish daily communication channels with Harvest/Planting Operations Management, Maintenance Personnel, Scheduling Coordinator, Seed Processing Manager, Truck Dispatchers, and Growers to coordinate harvest activities, equipment needs, employee scheduling, raw material quality, loading requirements, and yield targets.
• Take the lead in driving the Harvest/Planting safety program, ensuring that established safety objectives are met.
• Possess fundamental knowledge of farm equipment and demonstrate expertise in adjusting and operating all field equipment safely and efficiently.
• Manage administrative tasks, including handling time-off requests, per diem, disciplinary actions, timekeeping, and using the Ag Insight system.
• Actively support HR department initiatives aimed at enhancing engagement within the Harvest/Planting team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in crop culture or crop harvesting, with a background in farm equipment operation or direct employee supervision.
• Valid State issued Driver’s License and good driving record is required.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong planning and supervision abilities.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Capability to oversee a large, migrant harvest operation.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively, work long hours, and maintain a flexible schedule to meet operational demands.
  
  

The pay for this role in the state of CA is $25.00-$28.00/hr and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.