Harvest Team Leader

Are you interested in horticulture and ready to take on a leadership role?
We're looking for dedicated Team Leaders to join our team this season!
Key Responsibilities: Preparation: Set up equipment before picker arrival, conduct daily safety toolbox meetings, and allocate work areas.
Quality Assurance: Regularly check the quality of picked fruit, provide instructions for ripe and undamaged picking, and give prompt feedback to pickers.
Safety: Prioritize safety by monitoring hazards, ensuring PPE use, enforcing ladder safety, and being familiar with emergency procedures.
Team Management: Clearly communicate expectations, monitor picker progress, motivate the team, and handle fast-paced situations effectively.
Fruit Collection: Supervise bucket collection, verify correct bin labeling, and ensure gentle handling of the harvest.
Communication: Maintain contact with supervisors and foreman, report issues to the Orchard Manager, and keep pickers informed of changes.
End-of-Day Procedures: Ensure all fruit buckets are collected, oversee picker clock-in/out for payroll, and plan for the next day.
Requirements: Experience in orchard operations or horticulture.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to manage a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to quality and safety.
Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
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