If you have experience growing pecans or pistachios, are hardworking, great with people and love to be surrounded by nature, this is an amazing opportunity to join a pioneering family-owned farm known for its legacy, innovation, and growth.

Stahmanns Pecans

Stahmanns Pecans, a family owned business is known as one of the largest growers and pecan distributors in the world. Using state-of-the-art equipment and modern farming techniques Stahmanns has been producing the highest quality bulk pecans for over 90 years. They are also establishing a pistachio farm, with 500 acres already planted. As passionate pecan and pistachio growers, Stahmanns understands the importance of quality and food safety through the use of its mindful holistic management program that begins from the ground up.

What You Will Do

The Junior Farm Manager to help run operations at Hidalgo Pecan, a pecan and pistachio farm near Lordsburg, NM. You’ll report directly to our Farm Operations Manager and will oversee supervisors, team leaders, and day-to-day farm activities.

Responsibilities

Leading machinery operators and labor teams with a positive, can-do attitude.
Planning and applying fertilizers.
Working with our scouting team to prevent and manage pests and disease.
Scheduling and completing weed control tasks.
Overseeing pecan and pistachio harvests.
Training employees on all their responsibilities and tasks.
Supervising maintenance teams to keep equipment in tip-top shape.
Taking detailed notes on work progress and using farm management software to stay organized.
Collecting data, writing reports, and keeping the Farm Operations Manager and ownership in the loop.

Who You Are

The Junior Farm Manager will help run operations at Hidalgo Pecan, a pecan and pistachio farm near Lordsburg, NM. You’ll report directly to our Farm Operations Manager and will oversee supervisors, team leaders, and day-to-day farm activities.

Qualifications

A solid understanding of disease and pest management.
Knowledge of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
Familiarity with farm equipment and machinery.
Practical experience with farm activities and operations.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Experience with Excel and other computer programs.
Fluency in Spanish (a must).

Benefits

Excellent benefits, plus a house on the property for your sole use, or a housing allowance if you prefer to live in a nearby town.