Farm Operations Manager — Blueberries & Almonds

Socket.dev; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Stockton, CA seeks a Farm Manager to lead blueberry and almond production, ensuring premium quality and KPI achievement. You will manage budgets, safety programs, and a high‑performing team while aligning with the company values and regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate with harvest, packing, logistics, and shop teams to optimize operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure timely execution of farming plans.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of blueberry production and farming practices.
• Experience leading agricultural operations and managing budgets.
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety culture skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs blueberry and almond crop operations to meet production specs and quality standards.
• Budgets and manages programs for efficient, profitable operations; supports planning.
• Drives safety, quality culture, and adherence to laws and company policies.
• Oversees harvest planning and coordination with packing, cooler, and logistics teams.
• Maintains compliance with state, federal, OSHA, EPA, USDA and food safety regulations.

Skills

Blueberry production

Team supervision

Safety culture

Budgeting

Quality management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Agriculture or related field

5+ years agriculture operations management

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Socket.dev in Stockton, CA seeks a Farm Manager to lead blueberry and almond production, ensuring premium quality and KPI achievement. You will manage budgets, safety programs, and a high‑performing team while aligning with the company values and regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate with harvest, packing, logistics, and shop teams to optimize operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure timely execution of farming plans.