Fruit Production Manager: Lead Yield & Quality

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established agricultural business in Staffordshire is seeking a hands-on Production Manager. Responsibilities include managing the crop cycle, overseeing pest control and irrigation, and leading the production team. Candidates should have proven experience in commercial fruit production, strong knowledge of crop management, and effective leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £55,000 based on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dynamic working environment

Opportunity to influence crop quality

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production, ideally across soft and stone fruit.
• Strong knowledge of crop planning, harvesting, and quality control.
• Confident managing chemical storage, spraying equipment, and legislative compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the crop cycle from plant delivery to harvest.
• Oversee husbandry, pest control, spraying, and irrigation activities.
• Lead and develop the production team.

Skills

Commercial fruit production experience

Crop planning and harvesting knowledge

Pest control implementation experience

Leadership and communication skills

IT skills in Microsoft Office

Tools

Harvest Manager

Muddy Boots

Priva irrigation systems

Job description

A well-established agricultural business in Staffordshire is seeking a hands-on Production Manager. Responsibilities include managing the crop cycle, overseeing pest control and irrigation, and leading the production team. Candidates should have proven experience in commercial fruit production, strong knowledge of crop management, and effective leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £55,000 based on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.