Harvesting Manager

Harvesting Manager

Holme on Spalding Moor�

�50,000 - �55,000
Responsibilities:

• Manage the harvesting process to achieve quality and quantity targets.


• Train, mentor, and supervise pickers and supervisors.


• Plan staffing levels.


• Assess crop conditions daily and adjust staffing plans accordingly.


• Ensure proper graze picking to maximize crop yield.


• Maintain high product standards (weight, size, quality).


• Organize daily operations and ensure orders are fulfilled.


• Enforce food safety, health & safety, and compliance standards.


• Monitor picker performance and address underperformance.


• Report issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills Required:�

• Experience in mushroom picking or harvesting.


• Strong leadership and team management abilities.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to assess crop conditions and plan accordingly.


• Organizational skills for scheduling and logistics.


• Good IT and numerical skills for reporting and analysis.


• Understanding of food safety and health regulations.


• Problem-solving skills for addressing operational challenges.


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Flexibility to adapt to business needs and work varied hours.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.


• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).


• Company-provided accommodation if required.


• Full-time, permanent position with job stability.


• Opportunities for training and career development.


• A dynamic and supportive work environment.


• Overtime opportunities during peak periods.


• Work alongside experienced supervisors and management.


• Be part of an innovative and growing family-run business.