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Job Title: Lead Farmer Pacific Botanicals
Department: Farm
Reports To: Farm Manager
Location: 4840 Fish Hatchery Rd. Grants Pass OR 97527
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: Friday-Tuesday Hours vary based on daylight between 6:00 AM 5:00 PM
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00/ Hour DOE

About Herb Pharm

Pacific Botanicalsis a division of Herb Pharm LLC wherewe 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

• Drive optimal farm productivity by actively working across all areas of operation as directed including propagation planting soil and seed flat preparation fertilizing transplanting irrigation weeding and crop harvesting.
• Lead and direct farm crew members to ensure efficient daily operations productivity goals and high-quality work standards are met.
• Promote and maintain safe equipment operation practices including tractor use and train team members on safety procedures and hazard awareness when working near machinery.
• Support strong harvest yields by following established harvesting and processing procedures including picking separating cleaning drying and evaluating herb quality standards.
• Collaborate with crew members to ensure proper post-harvest handling storage and timely delivery of harvested crops.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of assigned farming activities including planting production harvest and delivery logs.
• Train and onboard new farm team members providing hands-on instruction and safety training as needed.
• Monitor crops for signs of disease pests or other issues and communicate concerns promptly to leadership.
• Assist with installation maintenance and adjustment of irrigation systems including valves piping and sprinkler heads.
• Provide transportation support for workers to stores and other necessary public locations as needed.
• Serve as a Spanish-language resource to support communication training and collaboration with farm crew members.

Other Duties/Requirements

• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions accurately and consistently.
• Works effectively both independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to proactively identify troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Provides reliable backup support to the farm crew and supervisor as needed.
• Willing and able to travel weekly to run errands transport crew members and make deliveries as assigned.
• Actively participates in team meetings contributing ideas that support continuous process and operational improvement.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of hand tools and small power tools including following operating instructions completing required training and maintaining proper tool storage.
• Promotes and maintains a safe work environment by consistently following safety protocols completing required training and remaining 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/seasons of related hands-on farming experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Baseline ability to speak and understand Spanish (fluency highly preferred)
• Familiarity with the cultivation of medicinal plants preferred
• Experience with tractors and other farm equipment highly preferred

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.