Our client, a agricultural enterprise in Naivasha, seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee the cultivation of potatoes.
This role will involve managing farm workers, machine operators, and ensuring quality control in alignment with agricultural best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct planting, cultivation, irrigation, and pest control efforts for optimal crop health and yield.
- Lead and train farm workers, tractor operators, and machine operators in efficient farming and safety practices.
- Ensure produce quality meets standards for market sale and processing.
- Maintain machinery and tools, ensuring proper use and regular servicing.
- Manage resources such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides to maximize cost-efficiency.
- Document farm activities, crop health, and yields; report to management.
- Operate within budget for labor, machinery, and inputs to minimize costs.
- Implement health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with agricultural regulations.
Qualifications:
- Proven background in crop cultivation, ideally in castor beans and potatoes.
- Must have at least 4 years of experience as a Production Supervisor.
- Experience in supervising farm laborers and operators, with a focus on productivity.
- Familiarity with crop rotation, irrigation, and pest control methods.
- Skilled in ensuring produce meets quality standards for sale and storage.
- Understanding of farm machinery maintenance and efficient usage.
- Ability to document farm processes, crop health, and resource allocation.
- Experience in managing budgets and controlling production costs.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
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