Farm Production Supervisor-Corn

Regular, full-time exempt position located in Pahokee, FL. Supervised by the Area Manager within the Agriculture Department at U.S. Sugar, which produces approximately 6.5 million tons of sugarcane annually on over 200,000 acres in South Florida.

About the role

Responsible for corn production activities including land preparation, planting, fertilization, irrigation, crop monitoring, pest management, harvesting, and logistics coordination across multiple farming locations. Supervises a team of employees to ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, preparation, and implementation of all corn production activities including planting, fertilization, irrigation, cultivation, pest management, crop monitoring, and harvest preparation.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and seasonal work schedules to ensure production goals are achieved while maximizing efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate farming operations across multiple growing locations and ensure equipment, personnel, and resources are properly allocated to support production needs.
• Monitor crop conditions and work with management and agronomy personnel to evaluate crop performance, identify production concerns, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate harvesting activities and logistics to ensure timely harvesting, transportation, and delivery of corn production.
• Manage farm equipment utilization, including the scheduling and allocation of equipment between various farming locations. Communicate equipment repair and maintenance needs to appropriate personnel.
• Assist management in developing and implementing production plans, logistics schedules, and resource allocation strategies to support seasonal operations.
• Train employees to perform duties safely, efficiently, and effectively. Ensure employees are performing at optimum production levels and contributing to overall operational success.
• Review and approve employee time records, attendance records, and personnel-related changes in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain positive employee relations and promote teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Monitor production costs and assist management in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost control.
• Partner with maintenance, harvest operations, agronomy, transportation, and other departments to ensure effective communication and coordination of activities.
• Provide high-quality professional and technical assistance to internal customers while maintaining professional and courteous relationships with all departments.
• Coach, counsel, and educate employees regarding department, company, and Human Resources policies and procedures. Support U.S. Sugar Corporation’s Standards of Conduct and take corrective action when necessary.
• Comply with and enforce environmental regulations, maintain safety rules and standards, and ensure compliance with all U.S. Sugar Corporation and Agricultural Department policies and procedures.
• Evaluate operational results in relation to established goals and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Attend departmental meetings, operational meetings, and safety meetings as required.
• Perform all other duties as directed by management representatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of agricultural experience with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in agriculture, business, or a related field is preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Solid working knowledge of agricultural production practices including planting, fertilization, irrigation, cultivation, pest management, crop monitoring, harvesting, equipment operations, land preparation, and farm maintenance.
• Knowledge of agricultural logistics, equipment scheduling, resource allocation, and seasonal production planning.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, locations, priorities, personnel, and resources simultaneously.
• Ability to function independently, demonstrate flexibility, efficiently manage time, and prioritize workload.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management staff, contractors, and senior leadership.
• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries and concerns from employees, internal customers, and members of the business community.
• Working knowledge of computers and the ability to enter and retrieve data using company systems, software applications, and other office equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret operational reports, financial information, and technical materials.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees, peers, and management.
• Ability to coordinate multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
• Valid driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work environment includes both office and agricultural settings. Conditions may be rainy, hot, humid, or dusty depending on the weather.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• May require travel between areas and driving a vehicle for extended time periods.
• Duties are performed outside in an agricultural environment, including assisting and supporting farm functions.
• Extended hours may be required during peak planting and harvest seasons.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or move objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk, hear, and see.
• Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to freely access all areas of the farm including farm offices, tractor sheds, and various farm equipment.
• Ability to move or handle items generally weighing between 0-65 pounds. Ability to lift and carry up to 65 pounds.
• Ability to work varied hours and days to oversee multiple operations.