Wyckoff Farms, Inc. is a vertically integrated agricultural organization seeking a full-time Vineyard Foreman to provide excellent leadership within all aspects of wine grape production.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversight of operation and maintenance of tractors/implements for mowing, spraying and other vineyard tasks.
- Regular scouting and sampling for pests, disease and nutritional deficiencies.
- Professional working relationship with partner farm.
- Planting and establishment of a new vineyard, including irrigation systems and trellis.
- Managing crews throughout the year based on tasks (will be directed by Senior Manager). Tasks include planting, trellis installation, vine training, pruning and harvest.
- Day to day understanding of Payroll. Review and approve payroll prior to payroll processing.
- Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Excel and Outlook.
- May be responsible for managing both H2A and local crews.
- Basic understanding of rules and regulations
- Will be required to work within the allotted budgets.
- Assist in documentation of various sustainability certifications and L&I.
- Assist in food safety and labor meetings with our crew.
- An understanding of Spray labels and laws
- Ability to research and adapt to new technologies that can streamline vineyard operations.
- Inventory management of chemicals, trellis supply, irrigation, and equipment.
- Check and help maintain all equipment.
- Assist in classes and any beneficial training for our crew bosses and spray team.
- Viticultural skills are ideal but not required.
- Ability to work with several departments within the Wyckoff Farms.
Qualifications:
- Bilingual
- OR pesticide license
- 2 years of supervisor experience running labor crews
- Understanding of grape production preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Must be knowledgeable in managing budgets and operational costs.
- High school diploma and or AA experience or combination of both
Benefits:
Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & ADD, 401k with company match & Paid Vacation.
Salary: $67,724.80 to $85,000 DOQ
