Farm Manager
St. Agatha – Opportunity-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time; overtime and weekends may be required.
Pay: $82,972 - $122,789 per year
Benefits are available after the intro period!
Job Description:
TEMPO Employment Services is seeking a Farm Manager to oversee daily operations at a local agricultural facility. This position is responsible for managing farm employees, operating and maintaining equipment, and making sure crops are handled safely and efficiently.
The Farm Manager will assign daily tasks, train employees, monitor equipment, and help keep operations running smoothly. The ideal candidate has experience in farming, equipment maintenance, and team leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily farm operations and supervise employees
- Assign work, train employees, and monitor job performance
- Operate and inspect tractors, trucks, and other farm equipment
- Complete basic equipment maintenance and troubleshoot problems
- Assist with moving, handling, and storing potatoes
- Keep accurate farm, safety, and maintenance records
- Make sure employees follow safety rules and proper work procedures
- Report accidents, equipment problems, and safety concerns
- Help maintain crop quality and prevent damage or waste
- Communicate with management about daily operations and employee needs
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred
- 3–5 years of related farm, agricultural, or equipment experience required
- Previous supervisory experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of diesel engines and mechanical repairs
- Experience with tractors, trucks, and farm equipment
- Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to organize daily work and manage multiple responsibilities
- Comfortable working independently and leading a team
- Current chemical handling license or willingness to obtain one
- Ability to work overtime and weekends when needed
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the workday
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds or more as needed
- No visa sponsorship is available for this position
- This position requires completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
This is a great opportunity for someone with farming or equipment experience who enjoys working with people and is ready to take on a leadership role.
TEMPO Employment Services is an EEO/AA employer.