The story of Grimmway begins right here in an agricultural haven known as the Southern San Joaquin Valley in central California. The Grimm brothers began nurturing their family business in the fertile soil of Kern County more than 3 decades ago. Today, their roots run deep. Grimmway Farms has grown to become the largest grower, producer and shipper of carrots in the world; but the family still insists on walking the fields, visiting the processing facilities and performing their own brand of quality assurance - every single day. In 1968 when Rod and Bob Grimm set up their first roadside produce stand, the brothers made a promise: always take care of the customer.
We are looking for a Compost Technician in Kern County, CA.
This person will coordinate field deliveries of compost and soil amendments/fertilizers to the various farming regions. Conduct sampling and maintain records from various compost vendors in California. Process Compost Department invoices in a timely manner.
Successful candidate must have previous farming experience. Experience with compost management a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or related field preferred. Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and ability to learn company’s proprietary farm management systems. Must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and suppliers. Must be willing to travel out of Kern County when necessary. Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and FCE. Clean DMV required.
- Continuous use of both hands; including grasping, pulling and pushing.
- Walking and balancing on both feet on even and uneven surfaces, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and reaching overhead and below the shoulder.
- Must be sighted.
- Lifting up to 75 lbs.
- Coordinate incoming field deliveries of compost and other soil amendment/fertilizers throughout various farming regions.
- Communicate with dispatchers and Logistics Department to ensure proper delivery schedule. Communicate with Ranch Managers in order to provide materials in a timely manner.
- Responsible for pulling samples of either raw or finished compost from various established and/or possible compost sites located throughout California according to Grimmway standards.
- Process Compost Department invoices through the use of an EAM software. Communicate with company accounting department to ensure proper coding of invoicing.
- In coordination with company quality control and regulatory teams, organize reports for inspectors and auditors.
- Maintain proper paperwork on all temperature and turn logs, as well as analysis from all compost vendors.
- All other duties as assigned.
