Farm Manager

Recruits Lab; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural facility in Everett, PA, is looking for a skilled Farm Manager to oversee daily operations across various departments. The role requires strategic management to ensure efficiency, regulatory compliance, and animal welfare. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Agriculture, a minimum of 5 years in agricultural management, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of farm or agricultural management experience preferred.
• Practical knowledge of crop production and equipment maintenance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate day-to-day farm operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., USDA).
• Manage and budget for farm activities.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Project management

Budgeting

Excellent communication

Livestock care knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Agricultural management software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Farm Manager

Employment Type: Full-time, On-site

A leading agricultural facility in Everett, PA, is seeking a skilled Farm Manager to oversee daily operations across multiple departments, including Production, Animal Husbandry, Maintenance/Construction, Landscaping, and Crop Management. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic and hands-on approach to managing farm functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, optimizing operational efficiency, and maintaining a high standard of animal welfare and facility integrity.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Oversight: Direct and coordinate all day-to-day farm activities across departments.
• Ensure operations meet regulatory, quality, and animal welfare standards.
• Supervise and schedule farm staff across multiple disciplines.
• Train team members, provide performance feedback, and foster interdepartmental collaboration.
• Manage budgets for all farm-related activities.
• Monitor operational costs, track revenue, and recommend strategies to improve cost-effectiveness and profitability.
• Assist with strategic planning and capital improvement initiatives.

Record Keeping & Data Management

• Maintain accurate records for animal care, crop yields, equipment maintenance, and production activities.
• Input data into management systems to meet internal and regulatory compliance.
• Generate operational reports for performance and audit purposes.

Facility & Equipment Management

• Oversee the safety, maintenance, and compliance of all buildings, infrastructure, and farm equipment.
• Coordinate construction projects, repairs, and upgrades as needed.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with SOPs and relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., USDA, AAALAC).
• Monitor and maintain documentation to meet quality and traceability standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Business Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of farm or agricultural management experience, ideally in a production or regulated setting.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong project management and budgeting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with agricultural or production management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Practical knowledge of livestock care, crop production, and equipment maintenance is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, on-site role based in Everett, PA.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required based on operational demands.