Farm Supervisor, Sod
Company: A. Duda & Sons Inc.
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: August 5, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionSeeking a Sod Farm Supervisor for Sod Farm in
Melbourne, FL (Cocoa Sod). The Sod Farm Supervisor will be
responsible for coordinating and supervising sod farm operations
and crews.Responsibilities include:
- Prioritizes product quality control. Coordinates all necessary
pre-harvest, production activities such as chemical applications,
mowing and irrigation requirements with Sod Farm Superintendent.
Coordinates with sod harvest foreman and assists with harvesting,
loading, deliveries, logistics, and customer relations. Closely
monitors labor, equipment and material costs related to the harvest
operation. Becomes familiar with operating the FireFly
harvester.
- Assists Sod Farm Superintendent in the prioritization of sod
production best management practices (BMP's). Such practices will
include the continued implementation of the Florida Department of
Agricultural and Consumer Services (FDACS) sod industry criteria.
Existing and future technology such as precision control spray
equipment and GPS will be a primary focus in this setting. Obtains
Private Applicator's license within 90 days of hire date. Duda Sod
to cover expense of training and licensing.
- Carefully reviews harvest crew payroll before submittal to
administrative team on a daily basis. Ensures that FireFly
Harvester Matrix reports and safety meeting forms are completed in
a timely manner. Administers employee performance reviews and
development goals for direct reports.
- Ensures that harvest employee safety is a top priority. Engages
harvest personnel in meaningful safety meetings on a monthly basis.
Obtains employee feedback and implements continued improvements to
company safety protocols.
- Will be required to work with location leadership in carrying
out a variety of additional tasks that may or may not be related
directly to the above duties. Some examples may include assisting
with storm preparedness, our cattle operation, or location security
needs. Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in the
area of Turf Science, Plant Science, Soils and Fertility, Biology,
Agronomy, Plant Pathology or Entomology preferred.
- Pesticide Applicators License required or ability to obtain
within first year of employment.
- A minimum of five years experience in turf related trade or
general agricultural experience.
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
- Basic computer skills in Word and ExcelA Duda & Sons, Inc., a
diversified land management company operating for over 92 years, is
currently seeking a Sod Farm Supervisor for its Sod Farm in
Melbourne, FL (Cocoa Sod). Starting out as a humble celery farm in
1926, DUDA's business operations today include Duda Farm Fresh
Foods, one of the world's leading producers and suppliers of celery
and other quality fresh and fresh-cut vegetables and citrus; The
Viera Company, a highly regarded community developer with
fully-integrated real estate operations including Viera Builders, a
residential home builder; as well as Duda Ranches, manager of
DUDA's agricultural operations including sod, sugarcane, citrus and
cattle.At Duda, we offer a wide range of benefits as part of our
total compensation package including but not limited to excellent
medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement
savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and professional
development.No agencies, please. Candidate must be authorized to
work in the US and successfully pass a drug/background screening.
Duda is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability or protected veteran status.Powered by
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Keywords: A. Duda & Sons Inc., Melbourne , Farm Supervisor, Sod, Other , Melbourne, Florida
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