Harvesting Manager

Harvesting Manager
Holme on Spalding Moor
50,000 - 55,000

Responsibilities:

• Manage the harvesting process to achieve quality and quantity targets.
• Train, mentor, and supervise pickers and supervisors.
• Plan staffing levels.
• Assess crop conditions daily and adjust staffing plans accordingly.
• Ensure proper graze picking to maximize crop yield.
• Maintain high product standards (weight, size, quality).
• Organize daily operations and ensure orders are fulfilled.
• Enforce food safety, health & safety, and compliance standards.
• Monitor picker performance and address underperformance.
• Report issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills Required:

• Experience in mushroom picking or harvesting.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assess crop conditions and plan accordingly.
• Organizational skills for scheduling and logistics.
• Good IT and numerical skills for reporting and analysis.
• Understanding of food safety and health regulations.
• Problem-solving skills for addressing operational challenges.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to business needs and work varied hours.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Company-provided accommodation if required.
• Full-time, permanent position with job stability.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Overtime opportunities during peak periods.
• Work alongside experienced supervisors and management.
• Be part of an innovative and growing family-run business.