#8068 Northern Strawberry Production Specialist
Watsonville, CA
 

Driscoll Strawberry Associates (Driscoll’s) is the berry industry market-leader, with the greatest sales revenue and brand recognition in the berry category.  As one of the most differentiated brands in produce, Driscoll’s fosters relationships with top retail, wholesale and foodservice operations.  Driscoll’s is developing a worldwide presence as a brand leader in 5 continents and holds fruit patents and trademarks in 41 countries.  We currently have an opening for a Northern Strawberry Production Specialist.  To be one of the key resources available to Driscoll's and their contract growers for communication and compilation of accurate forecasting information.  Provide an additional active link between Strawberry Growers and Driscoll's to promote alignment and profitability in meeting Driscoll's mission.  more

BSS#7700 Berry Manager
Oxnard, CA

The Blueberry/Blackberry Development Manager (“Berry Manager”) performs the vital function of developing the company’s blueberry and blackberry production programs in a manner that is technically innovative; economically successful; and strategically oriented.  The Berry Manager will assist The company’s global blueberry and blackberry grower base with the agronomic knowledge needed to rapidly and continuously advance successful commercial production practices.  The Berry Manager will advise and coordinate with the research department in the discovery and development of production innovations.  The Berry Manager will assist in the sourcing and development of new growers; will provide production and economic analysis to the grower base; and will participate in the long-term planning of blueberry and blackberry production programs.  more

#8067 Sr. Director Brand Strategy
Rocklin, CA
 

Augustine & Associates/Consumer Effects International.  If you are a high energy, multi-tasker who is a quick learner and has strong organizational skills our award winning advertising agency is looking for you to make your mark.  Our ideal candidate is a branding aficionado, who collaborates with and motivates marketing teams to develop brilliant branding campaigns that deliver measurable results.  Brand Strategy – manage projects and teams in developing brand platforms, brand architecture, brand equity assessments, brand messaging, brand consistency.  Business Development – Support sales team in pitching and closing new business, write RFP and RFQ responses, create business development tools to support brand sales, manage project and business planning projections.  more

BSS#7312 Production Manager
Salinas, CA

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality and quantity specifications. Develop budgets and approve expenditures for supplies and material ensuring that materials, labor and equipment are used efficiently to meet production targets. Review processing schedules and production orders to make decisions concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, and dusty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.  more

#8057 Customer Service Supervisor
Santa Paula, CA
 

Calavo Growers, Inc., headquartered in Ventura, CA, is the worldwide leader in the procurement and marketing of fresh avocados and other perishable foods, as well as the manufacturing and distribution of processed avocado products.  We are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Supervisor who will be responsible for the day to day operations (plan, organize, lead) as well as to supervise the customer service staff for the processed foods division of Calavo.  Will monitor and maintain inventory levels, analyze freight costs, research and resolve storage and logistics issues based upon sales needs, while ensuring all customer service tasks are completed within established standards and provide assistance to meet goals as necessary.  Will manage and maintain customer database information on ship to and bill to addresses.  more

#8054 General Manager
Southern California
 

Unified Grocers, Inc. is currently seeking a General Manager.  Qualified candidate plans, organizes, directs, and controls all activities of the Produce Division to achieve established goals for sales, gross profit, tonnage, and expenses in all three regions.  Directs and/or coordinates, through subordinate managers and staff, all support departments including Purchasing, Sales, and Merchandising.  Identifies new business and/or new product opportunities and develops programs to support and sell them to the membership.  Works closely with staff and Perishables management to develop and introduce competitive pricing, product mix, and promotional campaigns.  Requires a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or closely related field.  more

#8052 Product Development Specialist
Irwindale, CA
 

Ready Pac is a market leader in the supply of fresh-cut produce to retail grocery chains, mass-merchandisers and foodservice organizations throughout North America.  Every day, millions of families in homes across the U.S. and Canada rely on Ready Pac products to enhance their meals while saving them time.  We will provide the highest quality fresh-cut produce on a national basis.  We are currently seeking a Product Development Specialist.  The candidate for this position must be a self-motivated, creative thinker, with strong communication & interpersonal skills.  With direction from the Senior Food Technologist, this position is responsible for:  Development of new product prototypes, customer samples and market-ready products.  more

BSS#7920 Vice President of Production
Oxnard, CA

Our client is actively seeking a Vice President of Production in the Oxnard, California area.  The Vice President of Production will provide support to the Executive Vice President, which requires comprehensive experience in Farming and Business Administration.  This person will have 3 reporting Production Managers, who are responsible for managing approximately 1,100 acres of land.  Possible candidate will also be responsible for achieving targeted financial results and all aspects of the farming operations.  Responsible for the profit of farming operations; Supervise operations, from ground preparation, growing the crops, and including harvest.  Should have extensive Farm management skills, directly related to managing variances to a budgeted business plan.  more

#8045 Ranch Manager
Clovis, CA

P-R Farms is a highly diversified growing, packing, and shipping operation located in the heart of the agriculturally-rich Central San Joaquin Valley of California.  Products grown by P-R Farms include: almonds, apples, grapes, olives, oranges, and stone fruit.  We are actively seeking a Ranch Manager.  Individual will be responsible for monitoring daily farm operations and reporting to the President.  The successful applicant will be responsible for ground preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilization, chemical application, maintenance and improvements of operations.  Other responsibilities include managing a large labor force to accomplish the general farming goals stated above and working under the direction of the President.  Helpful to have tree and/or vineyard experience and be multi-task oriented.  more

#8043 Ag Manager
Monterey, CA

Dole Fresh Vegetables markets a growing line of packaged and frozen foods, and is a produce industry leader in nutrition education and research.  The Company does business in more than 90 countries and employs, on average, 36,000 full-time, regular employees and 23,000 full-time seasonal or temporary employees, worldwide.  We are currently seeking an Ag Manager located in Monterey, California.  This position is a liaison between the company and the growers to monitor farming practices on a daily basis.  Position is responsible for coordinating grower plantings and transplanting to meet Dole Fresh Vegetables production goals, accurate reporting of plantings and supervise growers farming practices to achieve maximum yield and quality.  5-7 years experience in field operations.  more

#8038 Assistant Farm Operations Manager
Yolo County, CA
 

Capay Inc. is a fresh fruit and vegetable production and distribution company in Yolo County (west of Davis).  We are seeking an Assistant Farm Operations Manager.  The individual will be reporting directly to the owner of the company.  It is expected that this hire will be the General Farm Manager within two years.  The individual will be responsible for managing all farm and freight equipment repair, maintenance and fabrication.  The individual must have experience fabricating simple machines to complete specific tasks as well as basic mechanical understanding equipment and their motors.  The individual will also be responsible for coordinating field preparation, crop planting and irrigation.  Ability to speak Spanish as a huge plus – but a willingness and ability to learn Spanish is required.  more

#8037 Production Master Scheduler
San Juan Bautista, CA
 

Earthbound Farm is now the nation’s largest grower and shipper of organic produce and our products are available in more than 80% of the nation’s grocery stores. We are currently searching for Production Master Scheduler to develop and execute the processing schedule that balances the needs of Manufacturing, Sales/Customer Service, Inventory, and cost goals. The Production Master Scheduler will be responsible for planning the daily production line schedule and plant capacities with the goal to minimize excess inventories, plant change-overs and optimization of raw material opportunities. The Production Master Scheduler will communicate cross functionally with Sales, Procurement, Shipping, Receiving, and Production Managers to remain updated on any new forecasts.  more

#8036 Operations Product Manager
San Juan Bautista, CA

 
Earthbound Farm is now the nation’s largest grower and shipper of organic produce and our products are available in more than 80% of the nation’s grocery stores.  We are currently searching for an Operations Product Manager to direct the manufacturing operations for apples and other fruit!  The Operations Product Manager will be required to balance and execute food safety, quality, cost, yield, customer service and safety; manage technical expertise and organizational support to optimize product quality and performance; establish data analysis and interpretation.  Ideal Operations Product Manager candidates will have a BA or higher in a related field and at least 5 years experience in manufacturing environment process improvements, food processing or apple industry preferred.   more

#8033 Purchasing Manager
San Juan Bautista, CA
 

True Leaf Farms, an exciting and rapidly growing fresh-cut vegetable company is looking for an Purchasing Manager for its operations in San Juan Bautista and Yuma.  Operations include processing spring mix, spinach, arugula, green leaf, romaine, fresh-cut lettuce, and other value-added vegetables.  Essential Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:  Negotiating and purchasing activity for all packaging supplies; Demand planning.  The ideal candidate has a substantial background in materials purchasing, preferably in the agricultural industry, good negotiating skills and good people skills for building good relationships with customers and vendors.  This candidate should be able to exercise independent judgment and facilitate efficient, cost saving operations.  more

#8019 Farm Operations Manager
Red Bluff, CA
 

Norcal Nursery, Inc., based in Red Bluff, California, is a large, stable, family-owned business specializing in strawberry nursery plants and tissue cultured plants with distribution in both the domestic and international markets.  We are currently seeking a Farm Operations Manager to oversee crop production, harvest operations, personnel, budget, and administrative tasks.  Qualified applicants will have a minimum of 5 years demonstrated success in managing people, managing farm operations, harvest projections/execution, and quality assurance.  Bachelor’s degree is desired, with emphasis in agricultural studies.  Bilingual English/Spanish required.  Relocation assistance may be provided.  Salary is DOE.  Benefits include:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability, 401(K).  more

BSS#7888 Field Operations Manager - Lemons
California

One of the nation’s leading grower shippers of lemons is seeking an ambitious and energetic individual to serve as the company’s Field Operations Manager.  The successful candidate will be responsible for developing marketing plans with lemon growers, advising growers on cultural practices and current markets, and communicating fruit and field conditions and harvest forecasting to the company’s sales team.  Ability to travel frequently throughout the region is a part of the job. Prior experience in grower contract administration is highly preferred.  Bilingual is a big plus.  The company offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package including an annual bonus program.  This is an excellent opportunity to join One of America’s Best Produce Companies.  more

BB#8016 F.O.B. Salesperson / Sales Manager
Arizona

Arizona Grower / Shipper seeking experienced Salesperson for F.O.B. Sales Team.  Responsibility includes mixed vegetable sales to retail, wholesale and food service.  Knowledge of I-Trade and FAMOUS software is a plus.  Wages and benefits commensurate with experience.  Please forward resume along with salary considerations in confidence to apply today!  more