Field Crew Supervisor at Spring Ledge Farm

Purpose/General Responsibilities: Spring Ledge Farm grows approximately 27 acres of mixed vegetables, strawberries, and sweet corn which we sell through our Farmstand as well as our CSA program. Field-grown crops are a major part of Spring Ledge Farm and we pride ourselves in providing our community with quality, locally grown produce.

During the Spring, the Field Crew Supervisor will work alongside management planting crops, setting up irrigation, pruning and trellising tomato greenhouses, along with other general crop maintenance tasks. During the summer months, the Field Crew Supervisor is responsible for leading the Field Crew through their daily tasks. These tasks will include harvesting, washing, and packing of our field grown crops along with transplanting and weeding projects. During Fall, the Field Crew Supervisor will be leading a small crew harvesting crops, planting greenhouses with winter greens, and cleaning up fields before winter. This position is Full-Time in season, running late March to December and requires 40+ hours per week during the summer months. Rate of pay is hourly ranging from $16-$20 per hour and is commensurate with experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Field crew members

Specific (Essential) Responsibilities:

1. Train and Lead Field Crew Members

a. Demonstrate safe operating of vehicles and tools

b. Work with Field Manager to train the crew on best methods for planting, weeding, harvesting and washing of field produce

c. Lead daily crew tasks and transitions in coordination with the Field Manager and Production Manager

i. Planning ahead so that co-workers are transitioning efficiently between tasks

ii. Ensure daily tasks are planned out and ready prior to the start of each day

d. Work with Field Manager to develop/maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for harvesting, washing, and packing of crops

2. Communication

a. Communicate with Field Crew Members

i. Where individual crops are found in the fields

ii. Any changes in produce standards

iii. What crops are being harvested for CSA shares each week

iv. Address issues/conflicts with field crew members

b. Communicate with Field Manager

i. Upcoming tasks and priorities

ii. Changes in produce supply or quality

iii. Issues related to produce supply or quality

iv. Issues/conflicts between field crew members

c. Communicate with Production Manager

i. Pest issues in specific crops

ii. Timing of pest control applications

iii. Irrigation leaks or repairs needed

iv. Plantings that are finished

3. Scheduling

a. Work with the Field Manager to set employee schedules

i. Manage time off for field crew members

ii. Manage start dates and end dates for field crew members

iii. Posting work schedules throughout the season

iv. Ensure field crew members are adhering to set schedules

b. Coordinate with Field Manager to schedule Pesticide/Worker Protection Standard (WPS) trainings and Food Safety (FSMA) trainings for all field crew members

4. Hiring and Onboarding Employees

a. Work with Field Manager to review job applications

b. Work with Field Manager to interview qualified applicants

5. Record Keeping

a. Maintain necessary records required by the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)

b. Continually update the harvest list throughout the workday

c. Schedule and perform occasional crop yield audits throughout the season

6. Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:

· Knowledge or experience with vegetable production

· Team management experience; ability to maintain high morale and promptly manage conflict if an issue arises

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to follow instructions and to clearly express ideas in a concise and professional manner

· Excellent interaction and collaborative skills; must perform comfortably in group settings

· Ability to work effectively and maintain deadlines with limited supervision

· Critical thinking and decision-making ability; able to make effective decisions under uncertain/variable conditions

· Strong work ethic with history of good attendance

· Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout the day

· Must be able to perform physical work in a variety of positions and at various heights. This includes bending, squatting, reaching, twisting etc.

· Tolerate working outdoors in all types of weather conditions and temperatures

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New London, NH 03257: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location