Assistant Farm Manager

CSS Farms is a multi-state agricultural business with a mission of Growing Great Together. We achieve our vision by leading the way in stewardship and solutions for every field, every load, every day.
At CSS Farms we take great pride in doing the job right and believe our best work is achieved when we work together. Farming is our way of life, we have a deep passion for the land, our families, and our communities. Our legacy is rooted in solving hard problems and tackling new business ventures.
Summary
The Assistant Farm Manager will be focused on leading processes related to irrigated potato farming, storage, and shipping operations.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of this position is to efficiently manage farming operations to ensure excellent customer and vendor satisfaction, so that the region meets its financial goals and objectives.
Operational Leadership

• Lead Farm Supervisors, Crop Leads, and Irrigators; serve as point person for operational and production-based decision making on the farms.
• Ensure the best agronomic, operational, and storage management practices are being implemented and executed across all locations by working with on-site leaders and Agronomists to produce high quality crops.
• Maintain and grow relationships with community partners.
• Lead, own, and advocate CSS Farm's standard of "always tour ready" relative to farm maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness.
• Use, promote, and champion all data management processes across the farm.

General Management Responsibilities

• Responsible for farm P&L, execution of business model, and strategic objectives.
• Assist site managers in developing annual budgets and proposing capital expenditures.
• Oversee customer service and support through interaction, field visits, coordinating shipments, logistical solutions, and meeting customer demands.
• Develop industry relationships, and promote CSS Farms
• Provide leadership in the areas of safety, HR, and other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong work ethics, outstanding leadership ability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field of study.

• 5-7+ years of progressive management experience in a related role within agriculture, food manufacturing or other related industry

• At least 5 years progressive experience working with full life cycle of potato crops and demonstrated strategic management of irrigated crops.
• Self-directed individual who leads projects to identify and implement solutions with team input.
• Ability to gain financial management and budgeting skills.
• Adaptability to changing situations and the ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple priorities.
• Proficient in or ability to learn the use of Windows based computer programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and a general aptitude with software systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to train and work with operational personnel on the farm.
• Superior organizational and project management skills and experience leading and managing people.
• Ability to acquire and hold a valid US driver's license and successfully pass vehicle insurance verification.
• Ability to comprehend, read, write, and communicate proficiently in English and interact with all levels of the organization.

Work Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Benefits

• Market competitive salary: $70,000 to $90,000
• Healthcare, Dental and Vision coverage as outlined in the company benefits overview.
• Flex spending account for out-of-pocket medical expenses.
• 401(k) plan options.
• Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance.
• A competitive self-managed PTO program.

AAP/EEO Statement
CSS Farms provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CSS Farms complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
CSS Farms expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.