Ufer Farms Hiring For Farm Operations Lead at Truman, MN 56088, United States Full Time

Welcome to Ufer Farms. Founded in Truman, Minnesota, the family-owned commercial grain farm runs 5,000 acres of both conventional and organic crops. They focus on corn, soybeans, and canning/fresh peas. The operation also installs drainage tile during the off-season. They utilize GPS equipment and customized equipment for organic crops.We are hiring a Farm Operations Lead that will be based in Truman, Minnesota. This is a hands-on Farm Operations Lead role that will work closely with the owner in all aspects of the farm to ensure the production of high-quality, high-volume, cost-effective crop production. With a focus on efficiency and planning, you will be scheduling day-to-day field operations and maintenance programs for the farm. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, mechanical and equipment operator experience, and a passion for agriculture. Whether you bring prior farm management or are in a similar leadership role in a relatable industry such as the military or construction, join an organization where you are part of a growing operation.We offer competitive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and potential assistance to build candidatesxe2x80x99 own acreageWhat you will be doing:

Operate equipment including a self-propelled sprayer, apply pre-emerge and post-emerge herbicides, Y drop nitrogen, and fungicide
Manage a small team of up to 5 individuals, delegating tasks, scheduling trucks and logistics
Load tender trailer and mix proper chemicals, understanding proper rates and loading procedures
Document all applications, organic records, and maintenance plans
Operate cultivators for organic crops, tine weeder, rotary hoe, combine, and tractors
Assist with tile equipment in the off-season
Operate semi-trucks delivering grain within a 150-mile radius of the home farm
Manage preventative maintenance of all farm equipment, fabrication repairs, and inspections
Hands-on leaders in all aspects of the operation

What wexe2x80x99re looking for

Experience in farming or related field
Preferred knowledge of row crops, organic crops, agriculture equipment, agronomic practices, plant health, soil health, farm equipment, chemical, and fertilizer use
Strong mechanical background, preventative maintenance, welding, and fabricating equipment
Excellent communication, leadership, and time management skills
Strong decision-making skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn
Problem-solving and analyzing past and current performance and recommending objectives to improve the productivity and profitability of crops
Ability to meet the physical demands of the farm