Red Fire Farm 184 Meadow Road MONTAGUE, MA 01351 Company Description: Red Fire Farm is a leader in organic veggie production in the beautiful Pioneer Valley in western Massachusetts. We have about 100 acres in cultivation and grow just about every vegetable that can be grown in this climate. We sell produce through our CSA program, wholesale, farmers' markets, and farm stand. We are dedicated to a seriously high quality standard, hold a deep belief in organic practices, and aim to build our local community around really good food. Salary Range: Location: $15-$17 Per Hour MONTAGUE MA Job Type: Category: Full Time Agriculture Education Level: Work Experience: High School or Equivalent Preference: Nice to have Preference: Nice to have Skills/Certifications/Licences: Drivers License - Preference: Required Description: Red Fire Farm is looking for an Assistant Harvest Manager to help oversee all aspects of harvest at our Montague farm. The ideal candidate has experience working on a diverse, vegetable farm and is committed to growing local organic food. This person will be working closely with our Harvest Manager and other management staff, as well as helping to lead farm crews. We are looking for someone who is organized, hardworking, and thinks creatively to solve problems and improve systems. We are looking for someone interested in a two year commitment to learn to manage harvest and take over leadership in the following year. Management Areas: Read farm owner’s “Weekly List” and “Weekly Harvest Plans and Notes” before work every Monday and implement notes Define and maintain schedules for work day processes Overall management of labor efficiency for harvest –such as position planning, and labor allocation, define training goals, training schedule and bring in assistance as needed Harvest Responsibilities: Help with these areas of managing harvest, in tandem with the Harvest Manager. Create daily harvest lists with crew and field information Manage the morning meeting, along with the Production Manager, for concise communication and fast activation of all farm crews Coordinate with farm crews throughout the day for harvest and field work to ensure efficiency Lead or be on harvest crews when not fulfilling other duties Coordinate harvest changes to orders and CSA with farm owners and other department managers Oversight and double-checking of farm quality standards Train new crew members Oversee the team of Farm Crew Leaders Give harvest tips at morning meeting as new crops come online for the season, based on weekly list details Help ensure food safety standards are being met and exceeded Key Requirements: Applicants MUST have a valid driver’s license to be considered for the position; no exceptions. (Driving crews from one field to another is a requirement.) Experience harvesting a diversity of produce A desire and willingness to work outside (in the rain and the heat & cold too!) Comfortable with computers, email and Excel Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs repeatedly and easily, and work physically Must have a good attitude and be willing to learn Bilingual English and Spanish candidate encouraged to apply! Schedule & Hours Hours starting in May through mid December. Winter work may be available. Other Perks: All the organic veggies you can eat! Fresh air and exercise An open, friendly environment where your feedback is welcomed Opportunities to advance and build on your skills Spanish language practice Location: This position is based at 184 Meadow Road in Montague Job Type: Year round, flexible hours: fewer during the winter months (December thru February) Pay: Compensation based on experience Requirements: Valid drivers license with clean driving record.