About the role

Farm Foreman Gold Leaf is a farming company whose core focus is to build farms, family, and a future we're proud of. We own and operate ~12,000 acres of almonds, pistachios, and dates in California and Arizona, making us a top ~15 grower of these crops globally. Our growth has been enabled by ~$300M of investment from our partners and our 60-person team that operates the farms every day. Our North Star is to leave the world better than we found it. We have a significant opportunity to do well by doing good - we invest in our team, so that we can invest in differentiated, sustainable farming, so that we can drive financial results. Our farm workers have a $23 starting wage in California, fully paid healthcare, retirement, and parental leave. Our farms use technology and incorporate research-based strategies to maximize production and profitability while minimizing the use of precious natural resources. The Farm Foreman champions a strong safety culture on the farm while maintaining accurate, up-to-date records across all our tech tools. This role supports daily and weekly planning, coordinates the execution of on farm tasks, tracks equipment utilization and contracted work, and keeps facilities and tools clean, organized, and well-maintained. Above all, the Foreman anticipates operational needs and leads with an ownership mindset focused on profitability and the proper care of company assets.
Responsibilities: Team Safety (Absolute Priority)Records and Data Management Planning and Coordination Accountability and Follow-UpOrganization and Order Proactive Operational Support Ownership Mindset and Profitability Focus
Suggested Skills & Experience: Ability to plan and prioritize daily/weekly tasks based on manager direction Problem-solving skills to identify and escalate delays, inconsistencies, or operational issues Basic math skills for tracking diesel consumption, chemical inventory, and supply levels Familiarity with agricultural equipment, irrigation systems, and general farm maintenance Leadership and team supervision experience, with the ability to model safety culture and accountability Basic computer/tablet literacy for data entry Ability to read, write, and maintain accurate records in English (and/or Spanish, as applicable) sufficient to complete daily activity logs, safety and chemical inventory documentation, and field monitoring records Working knowledge of PPE requirements and safe equipment operation The Ideal Cultural Fit Acts Like an Owner: Think and act as if you own the farms, because you do. We grant equity to every team member. We share responsibility when things go wrong and share credit when we get big wins. Is Candid: Be realopen, honest and transparent. We build trust and push each other to be better through candid dialogue. We are 100% open with each other, our partners, our vendors, and our neighbors and community. We give candid feedback to drive constant improvement. Puts Family First: Our team and their families are all part of the Gold Leaf family, and we value their commitment to Gold Leaf. We create a differentiated employment experience in Ag. We treat each other with compassion and respect, compensate fairly, and build an environment where great people want to work. Leads by Example: We are the change we want to see in the world. We want to farm forever, so we take care of our people, the Earth, and the communities we live and work insetting a positive example for our neighbors and the industry. Compensation This is a contract to hire role with a target hourly rate of $23-24/hour. Upon full time hire as a Gold Leaf employee, additional compensation includes company equity, performance-related bonus, and employer sponsored benefits package. Individual compensation may vary based on additional factors including job-related experience, skills, and/or relevant education or training.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Experience level

Junior

Location

Oakdale, CA

Occupation

Farm Labor Contractors

Industry

Farm Management Services

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