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Farm Manager (109865)

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Shafter, California

Now Hiring! Farm Manager

 

We are looking for a Farm Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Shafter, CA.

  

 Come create chemistry with us!

  

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient  agriculture.

 

The Manager of the Shafter Farm Team develops and implements farm site and technology innovation strategy (e.g., digitalization) that anticipates the evolving needs of the Vegetable Seeds R&D function. This position interacts with multiple departments within the company and has unlimited growth potential with development personally and professionally. As the Shafter team is small, the farm manager actively and equally contributes to the development of a positive culture on the site.

As a Farm Manager, You Create Chemistry By...
  • Managing all aspects in the execution of efficient crop management
  • Monitoring and managing the people involved in crop management on the Farm
  • Procuring seasonal/contracted labor needed for execution
  • Ensuring that Site and Farm protocols and work practices conform to global EHS, BASF Responsible Care implementation standards, Hygiene and Stewardship policies, and local laws and regulations
  • Ensuring all safety and hygiene procedures are followed and providing specific input in the development of future protocols and procedures, managing their implementation
  • Managing the maintenance and acquisition of resources related to Shafter site infrastructure and equipment
  • Managing OpEx and CapEx budget and capacity planning and scheduling with Farm users in Breeding, Research, Operations, and Marketing & Sales, proactively developing efficiencies and communicating gaps
  • Taking responsibility for timely and quality execution of all HR processes, continuous professional development of staff, and ensuring successions for key positions.
If you have...
  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience managing Agriculture Crop Growing operations, or
  • High School diploma with a minimum of 10 years of experience managing Agriculture Crop Growing operations. 
  • Experience in full spectrum farm management and crop growing practices, along with the ability to lead and develop a team. 
  • Relevant understanding and implementation of EHS principles, oversight, and regulations. 
  • Demonstrated experience with financial and accounting practices, with a strong financial acumen. 
  • Strong work force management and logistical planning ability. 
  • Fluent in English, with fundamental Spanish language skills preferred. 
  • Fundamental knowledge of digital farming aspects.
Then...

 

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Create Your Own Chemistry when taking advantage of our Total Rewards.

At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters…

  • Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
  • Mentoring & Development Programs
  • Employee Discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Matching Donations to your favorite cause
  • Access to our BASF Wine Cellar and much more!
Privacy Statement

 

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

Pay Transparency

 

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $75,200 - $103,400. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal Employment Opportunities

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

HOW TO APPLY

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Category Agronomy , Crop Production