Foreman - Harvest - 1st Shift

THE ROLE: 

• This position will report to the: Assistant Manager
• Travel requirements: 100%, 75% of time in non-local areas and 25% in local areas
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $22.00 to $25.00

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE 

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America. 

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.
 

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE 

The primary function of this position is to oversee, direct, train, and provide guidance to the harvest operations crew. The ideal candidate will have to set work schedules, direct all field operations, harvesting, transportation, work on equipment maintenance and harvest record keeping. The Foreman will participate in and facilitate all harvesting tasks of the Harvester Operator and Helper in accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations, as well as to implement all safety regulations, ensuring all quality standards are maintained. 

• Set harvest operation crew schedules and assignments and complete all related paperwork and complete reports, forms and audits
• Ensure all equipment, implements and tools and related safety equipment is functioning properly and take appropriate corrective action  
• Monitor the set-up and operation of the diesel powered Harvester to harvest crops as required
• Oversee, direct, train and provide guidance to the harvest operations crew 
• Keep track of crew timesheets and enter times in Kronos
• Assist with the orientation and training of new employees and on-going training of existing crew members
• Drive trucks to haul supplies, tools or farm workers
• Check vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, take appropriate action as needed
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, add oil, fuel, fluids or perform minor repairs 
• Adjust, repair, lubricate, and service machinery, and notify supervisor or appropriate personnel when machinery malfunctions
• Prep farm implements for repairs, clean and maintain truck and trailers, maintain service logs, record repairs made and parts used
• Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations
• Operate cab computers, CB radios and telephones, to exchange information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers
• Perform all of the tasks and duties of the Harvester Operator and Harvester Helper as required
• Operate or tend equipment used in agricultural production, such as tractors, combines, and irrigation equipment
• Assist with the loading / unloading equipment and machinery; tractors, harvesters, implements and other farm related items
• At end of shift, secure equipment, perform assigned clean-up duties and general housekeeping as required
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma /GED or combination of both experience and education
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Three to five years of related experience
• Valid Driver License and clean driving record
• Ability to work 75% of time in non local areas and 25% in local areas 

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and the safety regulations
• Excellent organizational skills to ensure ability to organize and execute planning method
• Ability to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform the job
• Meet the company performance standards for the job
• Participate in company orientation and training
• Ability to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position
• Work as a team and follow instructions
• Ability to perform all job functions safely and maintain assigned tools and equipment
• Basic math and basic computer skills
• Knowledge of techniques and equipment for harvesting food for consumption including food storage/handling techniques 
•  Knowledge of tools, implements, materials, methods and practices of tractor and farm equipment operation and maintenance
• Perform coupling procedures for the Tractor-Implements

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Five years experience supervising field crews
• Harvester Operators License preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• May be required to sit or stand for an extended period of times during work period
• Environmental exposure- seasonal outdoor temperatures, cold/wet (40 °Fahrenheit or below)., hot humid(95 °Fahrenheit or above) conditions and darkened conditions
• Material exposure – moving mechanical parts. 
• Occasional exposure to noise, dust, fumes, gases, airborne particles, and vibrations. 
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds 
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties  
• Material exposure- machine/truck vibrations, moving mechanical parts, and cutting device.

HOURS & WORKDAYS: 

WHAT WE OFFER 

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families. 

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k 
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential." 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: 

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [email protected] for additional support or guidance. 

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: 

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.