Description
Job Summary:
Responsible for ensuring the execution of agricultural operations through discipline and resource optimization to maximize crop yield and quality.
Key Highlights:
1. Leadership in agricultural operations and comprehensive crop management.
2. Management of operational staff and optimization of agricultural resources.
3. Implementation of good agricultural practices and quality control.
Description and details of responsibilities
**Job Objective:**
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the execution of operations through discipline and resource optimization to maximize crop yield and quality, via comprehensive planning, coordination, and supervision of agricultural operations. At all times, human resources, materials, and inputs must be safeguarded, ensuring compliance with production programs, good agricultural practices, and the organization’s strategic objectives.
**Responsibilities:**
* Planning and administration of agricultural operations.
* Comprehensive crop management and agricultural production cycles.
* Scheduling and supervision of field activities (planting, irrigation, fertilization, application, harvesting, etc.).
* Administration and supervision of operational staff and supervisors.
* Efficient use of agricultural machinery, equipment, and tools.
* Basic preventive maintenance and coordination of corrective maintenance for agricultural machinery.
* Management and control of agricultural inputs (seeds, fertilizers, agrochemicals, fuels, and spare parts).
* Knowledge of irrigation systems and efficient water use.
* Interpretation of productivity indicators, costs, and agricultural yields.
* Control and optimization of operational costs.
* Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and quality management systems.
* Safety and hygiene regulations applicable to agricultural operations.
* Safe and responsible handling of agrochemicals and fertilizers.
* Basic knowledge of plant health and pest control.
* Preparation of operational reports and data analysis.
* Execution of the operational logistics plan.
* Use of technological tools and administrative/agricultural software.
Experience and Requirements
Experience: 5 years or more (forage crops and date palms)
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy (completed)
Residence near the Mexicali Valley area
Flexible working hours
Availability to work 100% in the field
Personnel management experience
Results-oriented work approach
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and agricultural mobile applications
Benefits
* Benefits in accordance with the Federal Labor Law (LFT)
**Number of vacancies** 1
**Department** Operations
**Employment type** Permanent
**Work modality** On-site
**Shift** Day shift
**Working hours** Full-time
**Schedule*** Full-time
**Education** Professional degree
**Willingness to travel** No