Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week
For the week of 12-23-24
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Farm Equipment Operator for Aurora - Oakwood Dairy
A little about the business: Welcome to Aurora – Oakwood Dairy! We are a large-scale dairy farm located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. Our farm is home to 2,200 mature cows and 1,800 heifers, all raised on a single site. We operate on 3,400 acres, where we grow forage and grains for our herd. Our operation includes 1,800+ acres of corn, 1,000 acres of alfalfa, 385 acres of grass, and 200 acres of wheat. We pride ourselves on a reliable, dedicated, and motivated workforce that strives for continuous improvement.
We’re hiring a Farm Equipment Operator to join our team in Auburn, NY (about 30 miles southwest of Syracuse). In this role you will be operating and maintaining various farm equipment used in crop production and manure handling on our dairy farm.
What you will be doing:
- Operate and maintain farm equipment for crop production, including a 16-row John Deere corn planter and a 30' John Deere drill for seeding alfalfa and wheat.
- Apply manure using a dragline system.
- Operate hay mergers, hay mowers, and assist with bunk pushing and packing.
- Maintain and service all equipment used in cropping and dairy operations as needed.
This job is for you if you have:
- Experience operating and maintaining farming equipment, including corn planters, grain drills, hay mergers, hay mowers, and dragline manure systems.
- Prior experience with truck driving is preferred (Class A or F endorsement to drive farm trucks, or ability to obtain).
- New York pesticide applicator license (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
We offer competitive compensation of $25 - $30 per hour depending on experience, overtime pay, health insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) retirement.
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Animal Care Technician for eGenesis
A little about the business: At eGenesis, we are committed to ending the global transplant shortage and transforming the treatment of organ failure. eGenesis is bringing that vision closer to reality with leading programs in kidney and cell transplantation. Our Indiana facility is our newest biomedical facility, housing our research animals, laboratory, treatment rooms, and offices for a growing team, with additional building expansion expected to be completed in the next year.
We are looking for an Animal Care Technician to join our team in Indiana one hour North of West Lafayette. The Animal Care Technician will be responsible for animal care, cleaning, and communication between neonatal and veterinary staff.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform daily care of piglets in eGenesis facilities: Take daily weights and temperatures of each piglet, Clean daily following provided standard operating procedures (SOPs), Feed piglets following provided SOPs, Observe piglets and record clinical observations, Provide prescribed treatments according to veterinary instruction (Includes giving emergency care and assisting in veterinary procedures such as sedation/anesthesia, venipuncture, and euthanasia.), Record all information in the dedicated databases or forms.
- Interpret and report piglet health status: Express interest in furthering knowledge pertaining to piglet health, Work with all team members to fully understand each piglet’s medical history, Communicate piglet clinical signs with supervisor and veterinary staff.
- Participate in department, division, and other meetings as requested.
- Ensure compliance with company biosecurity practices to safeguard health of neonatal animals
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Exposure to animal handling and basic animal health concerns. Any livestock including beef/dairy cattle, sheep, goat, or pig, companion, or laboratory animal experience encouraged to apply!
- Knowledge of equipment disinfection and infection control practices
- An eagerness to learn or further knowledge relating to animal health
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency in MS Office
We offer a competitive hourly rate, medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO and sick time, paid holidays, continuing education tuition stipend, and 401k contribution.
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Plant Operations Manager for Remington Seeds
A little about the business: Remington Seeds is one of the world’s largest third party seed producers, offering innovative systems and services that streamline the production, processing, and distribution of seeds across various crops and regions globally. We are committed to exceeding our customers' expectations by delivering solutions that address their unique needs. At the heart of our approach is a customer-first philosophy, guiding every aspect of our business and fostering a culture where quality and service are paramount.
We are hiring a Plant Operations Manager for our seed corn facility in Olivia, MN. The Plant Operations Manager has direct responsibility for all activities that occur within location conditioning, rebagging and warehousing operations.
In this role you will:
- Hire and supervise temporary & seasonal employees. Also provides daily supervision of full-time employees working within plant processes.
- Assist the Location Manager with employee reviews.
- Ensures safe work environment and implements company safety programs
- Implementing Remington QMS program
- Maintaining product integrity for all products processed
- Operating facility within location budget. Assists Location Manager in developing annual budget.
- Maintaining adequate inventory of all packaging and conditioning supplies by working closely with customers, vendors, and other Remington locations.
We offer:
- A bonus plan is based on company profitability for each crop year.
- 8 paid holidays
- 15 working days paid PTO per year after 1st partial year of service - 20 working days paid PTO per year after completion of 5 full years - 22.5 working days paid PTO per year after 10 full years - 25 working days paid PTO per year after 15 full years of service.
- Health Insurance: 60-day waiting period (eligible 1st of month following 60 day wait).
- 401K RETIREMENT PLAN
- Group dental plan available
- A $25,000 term Life Insurance Policy is provided
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Farm Manager for Carr Farms
A little about the business: Carr Farms is a diversified agricultural operation headquartered in Samson, Alabama. Owned and operated by William H. Carr, the company spans over multiple entities, specializing in row crops (cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts), cow-calf and stocker cattle operations, and innovative greenhouse initiatives. Other ventures include a thriving sod and turfgrass business (Green Grass Farms), timber management, and vertical integration in hemp production.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Farm Manager to lead a rapidly growing agricultural operation in Blountstown, FL. With a current footprint of approximately 9,000 partially irrigated acres, this role oversees the growth and profitability of this farm location. You would focus on leading the team, maximizing efficiency across the operation, and crop planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of crop production, including planting, harvesting, and quality assurance.
- Manage and mentor the field operations team
- Lead the expansion and management of operations from the current 9,000 acres toward the long-term goal of 20,000 acres.
- Collaborate with the landowners and organizational partners to achieve shared goals.
- Build strong connections within the local agricultural community, ensuring access to resources and support.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in large-scale crop production (4,000 + acres) and farm management.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and growing agricultural teams.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision
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GIS Engineer for Holganix
A little about the business: At Holganix, we revolutionize the way the world grows by manufacturing and distributing liquid microbial solutions that restore soil health, improve crop yields, and contribute to carbon sequestration efforts. We strive to be a diverse and connected team of humble and confident problem solvers who are excited as our team and mission grow!
We are hiring a GIS Engineer, near Kansas City, to manage and enhance geospatial data, focusing on field boundary mapping, data management, and boundary quality control to support their carbon project initiatives. This is a hybrid position, based partially in our Lenexa, KS office and remote with limited customer interaction, working cross-functionally and with utility services as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Work with geospatial data including creating, modifying, and analyzing agricultural row crop and pasture field boundaries.
- Ingest and process field boundary data from various third-party sources to ensure accurate mapping and integration.
- Use GIS software and tools to validate, clean, and analyze spatial data for agricultural land projects.
- Collaborate with teams to establish precise field boundaries for sampling, testing, and various program management.
Qualifications:
- Background in GIS: Experience working with geospatial datasets and tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar software).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in managing, creating, and modifying geospatial data, with a focus on field boundaries.
- Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with a focus on producing accurate and consistent results.
- Data Ingestion: Experience integrating data from third-party sources into GIS workflows.
- General Project Management: Ability to organize tasks, prioritize workloads, and track progress effectively
We offer a competitive salary, along with employer supported benefit plans including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
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