Lead Farmer - Pacific Botanicals

Job Title: Lead Farmer
Department: Farm
Reports To: Farm Manager
Location: 4840 Fish Hatchery Rd Grants Pass OR 97527
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: Friday - Tuesday 6:00 AM 4:00 PM
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00/ Hour DOE

About Herb Pharm

Pacific Botanicals is a division of Herb Pharm LLC where we inspire trust in plants and respect for nature while balancing purpose with profit. Located in beautiful Grants Pass Oregon. Comprised of a diverse organic farm and milling facility we are dedicated to empowering people everywhere to experience the miracle of good health. Were committed to treating our employees with respect and gratitude join us and be part of our mission!!

Job Summary

The Weekend Farm Lead is responsible for assisting farm management by coordinating the work for the farm crew performing all organic farming related tasks required to grow a wide variety of medicinal herbs and plants and keeping accurate records of all activities as required. This position is designed to provide support and guidance for the farm crew on the weekends. This position is a seasonal role from March December. The following duties are performed in a safe and timely manner thereby contributing to the overall successful operation and growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures optimal productivity at the farm by actively working in each area as directed including the following: propagating planting preparing soils and seed flats applying fertilizers transplanting irrigating weeding and harvesting crops as directed.
• Responsible for achieving optimal productivity when directing the farm crew.
• Ensure safe equipment use and practices are followed while operating tractors responsible for training safety awareness of the hazards associated with working close to tractors.
• Assists with optimal harvest yields by following harvesting and processing instructions; including but not limited to picking separating cleaning drying and evaluating of crop quality of each herb according to established procedures.
• Works with other crew members to ensure proper post-harvest handling and timely delivery of all harvested crops.
• Ensures accurate record keeping of all assigned farming activity by keeping complete legible logs of all planting production harvest and delivery activities.
• Provides training to new farm members and teaches safety training as needed.
• Supports with identifying apparent crop disease or pest problems
• Supports installation of irrigation valves piping and sprinkler heads and adjusts as needed.
• Responsible for providing transportation for workers to stores and other public places.
• Provide Spanish-language support as needed for farm crew.
• Responsible for achieving optimal productivity when directing farmers.
• Works with farm team members to ensure proper post-harvest handling and timely delivery of all harvested crops.
• Provides training to new farm members and teaches safety training as needed.

Other Duties/Requirements

• Demonstrates the ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions accurately.
• Works effectively in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Maintains strong attention to detail proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Provides reliable backup support to the farm crew and supervisor as assigned.
• Willing and able to travel weekly to perform errands transport crew members and make deliveries as needed.
• Actively participates in team meetings contributing ideas for continuous process and operational improvements.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of hand tools and small power tools by adhering to operating instructions completing required training and ensuring proper tool storage.
• Promotes and maintains a safe work environment by consistently following safety protocols completing mandatory safety training and staying alert to potential hazards.

Required Education and Experience

• Associates degree in agriculture horticulture soil science or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 3 years of related hands-on seasonal farming experience
• Baseline ability to speak and understand Spanish (fluency highly preferred)

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrates the ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions accurately.
• Works effectively in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Maintains strong attention to detail proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Provides reliable backup support to the farm crew and supervisor as assigned.
• Willing and able to travel weekly to perform errands transport crew members and make deliveries as needed.
• Actively participates in team meetings contributing ideas for continuous process and operational improvements.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of hand tools and small power tools by adhering to operating instructions completing required training and ensuring proper tool storage.
• Promotes and maintains a safe work environment by consistently following safety protocols completing mandatory safety training and staying alert to potential hazards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the cultivation of herbs preferred.
• Experience with tractors and other farm equipment

Working Conditions

• Work Environment: Primarily outdoors working in all weather conditions
• Travel Requirements: 25%
• Physical Demands: This job requires some lifting of 50 lbs. or less.

Our generous benefits package includes a complete range of quality benefits:

Comprehensive group medical dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents

Coverage includes a variety of alternative healthcare options

Prescription drug coverage with a mail-order program

Generous employee purchase discounts on our herbal products

Employee-free product program

Employee assistance program

Green Commuter Initiative to encourage carpooling walking and biking to work

Life accident and disability insurance

80 hours of accrued Paid Time Off

40 hours of accrued Paid Sick Time

Eight paid National Holidays and one floating holiday

Paid Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave

Short-term disability plan

401(k) retirement plan with company matching and profit-sharing features

At Herb Pharm we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and embodies the eco-friendly values we stand for. As a B-Corp and Regenerative Organic Certified company we believe that sustainability and equity go hand in hand. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion where every individualregardless of race ethnicity gender sexual orientation religion disability or backgroundfeels empowered to contribute grow and thrive.

We know that diversity drives discovery innovation and resilience and we are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees. By embracing different perspectives and experiences we not only strengthen our organization but also help nurture a more just healthy and sustainable society.

If youre passionate about making a positive impact on the world and working in an environment that values social and environmental stewardship we encourage you to apply. Together we can create a future where businesses and communities thrive in harmony with the planet.

Herb Pharm is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected status. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to our success.

Herb Pharm is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application or hiring process please contact

At-Will Employment: Herb Pharm is an At-Will employer. Nothing in this job description should be interpreted as an employment contract. Job responsibilities and tasks may be modified from time to time based on the companys needs.