General Summary:

Performs maintenance and repairs on farm equipment (i.e. tractor, implements, pickups, semi’s, service trucks, etc.) as required to keep equipment functional to meet needs of farming operations.

Major Functions:

• Equipment maintenance & repair-Diagnose problems, codes, execute necessary repairs; change fluids & filters as needed when time for service; install GPS components; change tracks when change in size is required; hook up implements; test and setup.
• Service and repair construction equipment, forklifts, spreaders, sprayers, harvesters, diesel engines and all types of farm equipment/implements.
• Must be an experienced welder.
• Must be willing and able to work as a farm equipment operator when necessary
• Maintain parts inventory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

Any combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to handle the position.

Experience:

Three to five years of verifiable experience repairing and maintaining farm implements and tractors; valid driver’s license required with the ability to obtain a Farm Endorsement and drive company vehicles. Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Problem solving-the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Client Services-the individual manages difficult employee and client situations, responds promptly to their needs and solicits their feedback to improve service.
• Oral communication-the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Quality management-the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/organizing-the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability-the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with a frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability-the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security-the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

Contact with Others:

Provides routine information to and solicits situation specific information company wide from employees, managers and external relationships and general inquiries.

Supervision Received:

Under supervision of Farm manager however must have the ability to operate independently within defined parameters with little or no supervision.

Working Conditions:

Most work performed is outside with periods of exposure to extreme weather conditions. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, pulling, bending, pushing and lifting up to 60 lbs

General Summary:

Performs maintenance and repairs on farm equipment (i.e. tractor, implements, pickups, semi’s, service trucks, etc.) as required to keep equipment functional to meet needs of farming operations.

Major Functions:

• Equipment maintenance & repair-Diagnose problems, codes, execute necessary repairs; change fluids & filters as needed when time for service; install GPS components; change tracks when change in size is required; hook up implements; test and setup.
• Service and repair construction equipment, forklifts, spreaders, sprayers, harvesters, diesel engines and all types of farm equipment/implements.
• Must be an experienced welder.
• Must be willing and able to work as a farm equipment operator when necessary
• Maintain parts inventory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

Any combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to handle the position.

Experience:

Three to five years of verifiable experience repairing and maintaining farm implements and tractors; valid driver’s license required with the ability to obtain a Farm Endorsement and drive company vehicles. Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Problem solving-the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Client Services-the individual manages difficult employee and client situations, responds promptly to their needs and solicits their feedback to improve service.
• Oral communication-the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Quality management-the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/organizing-the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability-the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with a frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability-the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security-the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

Contact with Others:

Provides routine information to and solicits situation specific information company wide from employees, managers and external relationships and general inquiries.

Supervision Received:

Under supervision of Farm manager however must have the ability to operate independently within defined parameters with little or no supervision.

Working Conditions:

Most work performed is outside with periods of exposure to extreme weather conditions. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, pulling, bending, pushing and lifting up to 60 lbs.

Mission:  The mission for a supervisor with Stahlbush Island Farms either on the farm or in our food processing facility is to assist the manager in carrying out the goals and necessary tasks to maintain production through out the organization.

Outcomes:

            *Peak production

            * Safe work environment

            * Trained employees

Key Responsibilities:

• Report production deviations to Managers and Quality Assurance
• Implement Human Resource procedures ( disciplinary actions, payroll, attendance, etc)
• Ensure compliance to SIFI policies and procedures
• Complete required documentation for quality, production and record keeping
• Assist in the development of S.O.P.s as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Competencies
 

• Honesty/Integrity – ethically behaves at the highest level.  Always does what is right.  Speaks plainly and truthfully.  Earns highest level of trust and maintains confidences.  Willingness to speak their opinion even when it is perceived to be in conflict with ownership or to be unpopular.
• Efficient with Resources – produces significant output with minimal waste of time or resources.  Operates with highest of standards.
• Meets Commitments – Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal costs.
• High Intelligence – Learns quickly.  Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
• High Analytical Skills – Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it.  Exhibits a probing mind and achieves penetrating insights.
• Attention to Detail- does not let important details slip through the cracks.
• Persistence- Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
• Proactive- acts without being told what to do.  Brings new ideas to SIFI.
• Flexible/ Adaptable – adjust quickly to changing priorities due to changes in environment or customer need.
• Creative/ Innovative – Generates new and innovative approaches to problems
• Enthusiastic- Exhibits passion and excitement over work.  Wants to be at SIFI
• Work Ethic – Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done.  Has a track record of working hard.
• Communications – Speaks and writes clearly and articulately  with out being overly verbose or talkative in all forms of communications
• Team Player – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with all members of team to produce the highest quality product.
• Embrace the Values and Commitments of SIFI to fully support and believe in the mission and values of Stahlbush Island Farms.
• Quality Management-Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/Organizing-prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment manages competing demands and is able to deal with a frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

 
Minimum Qualifications

• A strong attention to detail and comfort working with numbers
• Must be a strong problem solver, able to create solutions to challenges in an expedient manner.
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments is essential
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others; will be required to interact with a variety of vendors, colleagues and sometimes customers.
• computer skills are important
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED,
• 1 to 3 years work experience in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in understanding and use of personal computers, Excel, Word, and e-mail
• Bilingual and Mechanical aptitude a benefit

Physical Demand

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   B.

  C.

 
Mental or Visual Demand

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Employment at Stahlbush Island Farms is employment at-will.  Employment at-will may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at anytime by the employee or the agency.

Stahlbush Island Farms is an equal opportunity employer, program auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities:
 Scout all SIFI fields as directed by Field Representative or Director of Agricultural Operations. This includes a variety of fruit and vegetable crops to be scouted for insects, weeds, disease, etc.
 Report findings and recommendations to appropriate parties daily.
 Compile findings electronically for future reference.
 Support Field Representative to collect data required for yield and harvest timing estimates for all crops.
 Responsible for Research and Development activities as assigned.
 Collect soil and crop samples as needed.
 Other various duties as assigned.

Skills:
 Familiar with basic crop production practices, including identification of weeds, insects, or willing and able to learn quickly.,
 Ability to work independently without daily direct supervision,
 Ability to work as part of a team,
 Computer skills–all Microsoft Office products, and comfortable using hand-held computer,
 Strong organizational skills.

Compensation:
 DOE
 Candidate must have reliable transportation suitable for traveling to various farms and fields; Stahlbush Island Farms, Inc., reimburses for mileage in a personal vehicle.

Stahlbush Island Farms
Industrial Sales Associate

The Mission for this position is to increase the market awareness of Stahlbush Island Farms and develop new customer relations from lead generation through close. Develops and implements agreed upon marketing plan which will meet business goals of expanding customer base. Works within the sales and support teams for the achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation and long-term account goals in line with company vision and values.

Outcomes

• Demonstrates technical selling skills and product knowledge in all areas listed above.
• Develops annual business in conjunction with the sales manager. The sales projections will detail activities, which will focus the sales associate on meeting or executing sales quotes.
• Complete understanding of pricing and proposal models.
• Assists and works with the Marketing Manager in the implementation of company market plans as needed.
• Responsible for developing customer relations and referrals.
• Maintains accurate record of all sales and prospecting activities, sales calls, closed sales and follow up.
• Travels extensively nationally as well as internationally
• Adheres to all company policy and procedure.
• Exhibits the capability to perform in a team environment
• Service Brokers where they are part of the sales channel.
• Understand export logistics.

Competencies

• Honesty/Integrity – ethically behaves at the highest level. Always does what is right. Speaks plainly and truthfully. Earns highest level of trust and maintains confidences. Willingness to speak their opinion even when it is perceived to be in conflict with ownership or to be unpopular.
• Efficient with Resources – produces significant output with minimal waste of time or resources. Operates with highest of standards.
• Meets Commitments – Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal costs.
• High Intelligence – Learns quickly. Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
• High Analytical Skills – Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it. Exhibits a probing mind and achieves penetrating insights.
• Attention to Detail- does not let important details slip through the cracks.
• Persistence- Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
• Proactive- acts without being told what to do. Brings new ideas to SIFI.
• Flexible/ Adaptable – adjust quickly to changing priorities due to changes in environment or customer need.
• Creative/ Innovative – Generates new and innovative approaches to problems
• Enthusiastic- Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Wants to be at SIFI
• Work Ethic – Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done. Has a track record of working hard.
• Communications – Speaks and writes clearly and articulately with out being overly verbose or talkative in all forms of communications
• Team Player – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with all members of team to produce the highest quality product.
• Embrace the Values and Commitments of SIFI to fully support and believe in the mission and values of Stahlbush Island Farms.
• Quality Management-Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/Organizing-prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment manages competing demands and is able to deal with a frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 year degree required
• Minimum 2 years experience in the industry.
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics.
• Willingness to travel and work in a team of professionals.
• Proves ability to achieve sales goals.
• Ability to speak, read and write a foreign language proficiently
• Must have a passion for the Food Industry
• This position is located in Corvallis

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Employment at Stahlbush Island Farms is employment at-will. Employment at-will may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at anytime by the employee or the agency.

Stahlbush Island Farms is an equal opportunity employer, program auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

This job entails the scheduling and operation of drip irrigation systems for large areas of commercial blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries.
Daily tasks include;
*involve the monitoring of soil moisture sensors and evapotranspiration (ET) data;
*programming of automatic irrigation controllers to satisfy irrigation demand;
*operation and balancing of irrigation pumps to supply irrigation requirements;
*drip system maintenance and repair, crew supervision, record keeping and data entry.

Seasonal tasks include
*regular application of liquid fertilizer though the drips systems by deploying; setting up and operating portable fertilizer injectors and tanks.

Additional duties may include
*the operation of center pivots to irrigate agricultural field crops based on plant measurements and a real time, weather-based crop water use model.

Stahlbush Island Farms

IT Systems Administrator

The mission for this position is to be responsible for a wide variety of IT-related tasks including server maintenance & troubleshooting, wired and wireless networking support, software installation, user support including on-call support for entire organization, new equipment setup and support.

Outcomes

• Backups and Disaster Recovery plans
• Firewall configuration
• Active Directory administration
• Server Upgrades
• Email Server
• SQL Server
• Terminal Servers
• IT Equipment Purchases
• LAN/WAN Network Support
• User Support for all company software
• Mobile Devices (PDA’s, Phones, Androids, iPhones, Blackberries)
• Legacy Phone System
• Company Websites
• Track and renew hardware/software/website registration and support contracts
• 24/7 On-call as needed

Competencies

1. Honesty/Integrity – ethically behaves at the highest level.  Always does what is right.  Speaks plainly and truthfully.  Earns highest level of trust and maintains confidences.  Willingness to speak their opinion even when it is perceived to be in conflict with ownership or to be unpopular.
2. Efficient with Resources – produces significant output with minimal waste of time or resources.  Operates with highest of standards.
3. Meets Commitments – Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal costs.
4. High Intelligence – Learns quickly.  Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
5. High Analytical Skills – Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions.  Exhibits a probing mind and achieves penetrating insights.
6. Attention to Detail- does not let important details slip through the cracks.
7. Persistence- Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
8. Proactive- acts without being told what to do.  Brings new ideas to Stahlbush Island Farms Inc. (SIFI.).
9. Flexible/ Adaptable – adjusts quickly to changing priorities due to changes in environment or customer need.
10. Creative/ Innovative – Generates new and innovative approaches to problems.
11. Enthusiastic- Exhibits passion and excitement over work.  Wants to be at SIFI.
12. Work Ethic – Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done.  Has a track record of working hard and smart.
13. Communications – Speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being overly verbose or talkative in all forms of communications.
14. Team Player – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with all members of team to produce the highest quality product.
15. Embrace the Values and Commitments of SIFI fully.  Support and believe in the mission and values of Stahlbush Island Farms.
16. Quality Management-Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
17. Planning/Organizing-prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
18. Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment manages competing demands and is able to deal with a frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Minimum Qualifications

Requirements / Skills: 

• 5+ years experience as in-house IT support
• College degree in IT related field
• Integrity, ability to act ethically and professionally with sensitive information
• Good personal communication and user support skills, in person or for remote users
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects, quickly learn new skills
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Strong understanding of Windows Servers and Networking
• Strong Microsoft Office skills — Word, Excel, Access
• Some Apple skills — iMac’s, MacBook’s, iPad’s, iPhone’s, Time Machine Backups

Preferences: 

• Relevant IT Certifications
• Experience with Kerio Connect email software
• Experience with a Kronos timekeeping system
• Some experience with Linux servers, Samba File Sharing, Drobo

Stahlbush Island Farms
Maintenance Mechanic – Corvallis

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

General Summary:
Performs maintenance and repairs on plant equipment, farm equipment, service trucks, vehicles, etc. as required to keep plant and equipment functional to meet needs of the food processing plants and farm operations.

Major Functions:
Equipment maintenance & repair-Diagnose problems, codes, execute necessary repairs; change fluids & filters as needed when time for service; test and setup. Welding experience preferred. Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs. Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines. Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required repairs, maintenance and service. Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment during production. Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments. Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:
Any combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to handle the position. Degree or certification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance a plus.

Experience:
Three to five years of verifiable experience repairing and maintaining equipment and machinery; prefer experience in food processing environment; welding experience

Supervision Received:
Under supervision of Maintenance Manager however must have the ability to operate independently within defined parameters with little or no supervision.

Working Conditions:
Work performed inside and outside with periods of exposure to extreme weather conditions. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, pulling, bending, pushing and lifting up to 75 lbs.

For immediate consideration submit resume, references and salary requirements in Word or PDF format to: recruiting@stahlbush.com

Mission:  The mission for a supervisor with Stahlbush Island Farms either on the farm or in our food processing facility is to assist the manager in carrying out the goals and necessary tasks to maintain production through out the organization.

Outcomes:

            *Peak production

            * Safe work environment

            * Trained employees

Key Responsibilities:

• Report production deviations to Managers and Quality Assurance
• Implement Human Resource procedures ( disciplinary actions, payroll, attendance, etc)
• Ensure compliance to SIFI policies and procedures
• Complete required documentation for quality, production and record keeping
• Assist in the development of S.O.P.s as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Competencies
 

• Honesty/Integrity – ethically behaves at the highest level.  Always does what is right.  Speaks plainly and truthfully.  Earns highest level of trust and maintains confidences.  Willingness to speak their opinion even when it is perceived to be in conflict with ownership or to be unpopular.
• Efficient with Resources – produces significant output with minimal waste of time or resources.  Operates with highest of standards.
• Meets Commitments – Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal costs.
• High Intelligence – Learns quickly.  Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
• High Analytical Skills – Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it.  Exhibits a probing mind and achieves penetrating insights.
• Attention to Detail- does not let important details slip through the cracks.
• Persistence- Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
• Proactive- acts without being told what to do.  Brings new ideas to SIFI.
• Flexible/ Adaptable – adjust quickly to changing priorities due to changes in environment or customer need.
• Creative/ Innovative – Generates new and innovative approaches to problems
• Enthusiastic- Exhibits passion and excitement over work.  Wants to be at SIFI
• Work Ethic – Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done.  Has a track record of working hard.
• Communications – Speaks and writes clearly and articulately  with out being overly verbose or talkative in all forms of communications
• Team Player – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with all members of team to produce the highest quality product.
• Embrace the Values and Commitments of SIFI to fully support and believe in the mission and values of Stahlbush Island Farms.
• Quality Management-Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/Organizing-prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment manages competing demands and is able to deal with a frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

 
Minimum Qualifications

• A strong attention to detail and comfort working with numbers
• Must be a strong problem solver, able to create solutions to challenges in an expedient manner.
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments is essential
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others; will be required to interact with a variety of vendors, colleagues and sometimes customers.
• computer skills are important
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED,
• 1 to 3 years work experience in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in understanding and use of personal computers, Excel, Word, and e-mail
• Bilingual and Mechanical aptitude a benefit

Physical Demand

  A.

   B.

  C.

 
Mental or Visual Demand

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Employment at Stahlbush Island Farms is employment at-will.  Employment at-will may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at anytime by the employee or the agency.

Stahlbush Island Farms is an equal opportunity employer, program auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Class A CDL driver with at least 5 years of experience for local driving.

Need experience in:

Belt trailers

Refrigerators trailers

Flatbed/ Lowboy

Experience moving heavy equipment.

Must be able to:

Lift traps and tarp loads,

Fill out and keep accurate records and logs

Work flexible hours

Position will be night positions after training