We know of 5 jobs at Driscoll's as of April 2024, including roles such as R&D Technical Grower, Substrate Technical Grower, Assistant Technical Grower, and Grower Accounting Manager.
More than 30+ days
Driscoll’s operates a several research farms which form a critical part of the overall business. The Technical Grower supports the Farm Manager in growing high quality crops for the breeders and other researchers. Responsibilities include all aspects of growing operations for raspberry, blackberry, blueberry and strawberry substrate and soil test plots for the Oxnard area. The focus of this position will be new technology implementation, irrigation, fertilization, environmental data monitoring, pest & disease management, and running an advanced irrigation system. Collaborating well with over a dozen breeders and researchers in performing the farming of their trials is key to this role.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of new technologies in the R&D substrate and soil test plot farms.
- Oversee the agronomy of all crops in substrate and soil production systems, working with the existing research farm teams to grow the crops to best commercial practice.
- Review recipes and implement proper fertility program for the four berries.
- Manage the implementation of new technologies in designated area of focus.
- Gather vendor information and lead the decision-making process of selecting a provider of a new technology purchase.
- Oversee operation of complex irrigation system such as PRIVA and Famidan and support continuous improvement of this system.
- Manage a team of technicians by giving guidance on irrigation a fertility decision, daily/weekly tasks and long-term planning and training.
- Ensure correct EC, pH and fertility are maintained in correct ranges through analysis of daily data collection and oversight of irrigation system maintenance.
- Communicate weekly with internal customers (breeders, entomologists, plant pathologists, and applied researchers) on fertilization, pest/disease management, and other farming duties.
- Support pest and disease control program, including scouting and coordination of chemical applications and working directly with pesticide application supervisor.
- Ability to work well with all supervisors and employees at a ranch level.
- Follow operating budgets by purchasing, tracking, and coding farming expenses.
- Others duties as assigned.
Candidate Profile
- A Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree in Horticulture, Biology, Biochemistry or Agriculture, with comprehensive understanding of horticulture crops and agronomy, plant physiology and plant genetics.
- Knowledge of the agronomy of horticultural crops from seedling to harvesting.
- Berry production knowledge, including direct experience with soft fruit production, would be highly desirable.
- Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other crew members in achieving team goals.
- Pesticide Control Advisor (PCA) and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) is a plus.
- Experience with research protocols; and knowledge of plant physiology, health and pest pressure assessment, knowledge of farming operation agricultural practices.
- Ability to work in the field, office and corporate settings, including the ability to perform repetitive physical work as necessary.
- Ability to make fertility and irrigation decisions for berries with minimal guidance.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of the research farms and ensure implementation of plans in alignment with plant breeders and applied research.
- Develop, design, and implement high-quality processes and improvements in research farms and lead the development of new technologies in the breeding research farms.
- Self-starter, hands-on, ability to work independently and work well with teams.
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Data analysis software is a must.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is required.
- California Driver’s license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program required.
About Driscolls
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.
Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.
Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries™.
Driscoll's es el proveedor líder en la comercialización de Fresas, Frambuesas, Zarzamoras y Arándanos Azules en el mundo. Con más de 100 años de herencia en agricultura y cientos de productores independiente alrededor del mundo, Driscoll's es una compañía apasionada por cultivar Berries frescas, hermosas y deliciosas. Nuestros valores de humildad, pasión y confianza han guiado nuestra misión de deleitar a los consumidores en el mundo.
Las variedades exclusivas de Driscoll's han sido desarrolladas a través de años de investigación usando sólo métodos de mejoramiento natural. De la granja a la mesa, nos enfocamos en ofrecer una experiencia de alta calidad con apoyo de nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro.
Driscoll's es la marca de confianza de sólo las mejores Berries.
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Driscoll’s operates a several research farms which form a critical part of the overall business. The Technical Grower supports the Farm Manager in growing high quality crops for the breeders and other researchers. Responsibilities include all aspects of growing operations for raspberry, blackberry, blueberry and strawberry substrate test plots for the Watsonville area. The focus of this position will be new technology implementation, irrigation, fertilization, environmental data monitoring, pest & disease management, and running an advanced irrigation system. Collaborating well with over a dozen breeders and researchers in performing the farming of their trials is key to this role.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of new technologies in the R&D substrate test plot farms.
- Oversee the agronomy of all crops in substrate production systems, working with the existing research farm teams to grow the crops to best commercial practice.
- Review recipes and implement proper fertility program for the four berries.
- Manage the implementation of new technologies in designated area of focus.
- Gather vendor information and lead the decision-making process of selecting a provider of a new technology purchase.
- Oversee operation of complex irrigation system and support continuous improvement of this system.
- Manage a team of technicians by giving guidance on irrigation fertility decisions, daily/weekly tasks, and long-term planning.
- Create and provide technical training to subordinate staff.
- Ensure correct EC, pH and fertility are maintained in correct ranges through analysis of daily data collection and oversight of irrigation system maintenance.
- Communicate weekly with internal customers (breeders, entomologists, plant pathologists, and applied researchers) on fertilization, pest/disease management, and other farming duties.
- Support pest and disease control program, including scouting and coordination of chemical applications and working directly with pesticide application supervisor.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of the research farms and ensure implementation of plans in alignment with plant breeders and applied research.
- Develop, design, and implement high-quality processes and improvements in research farms and lead the development of new technologies in the breeding research farms.
- Ability to work well with all supervisors and employees at a ranch level.
- Follow operating budgets by purchasing, tracking, and coding farming expenses.
- Comply with company policies and practices while representing Driscoll’s in an ethical and business-like manner in all interactions with employees, governmental agencies, growers, customers, etc.
- Ensure the security of Driscoll’s confidential and proprietary information and materials.
- This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all the jobs responsibilities. At Driscoll’s, all our jobs include broad responsibilities for continually improving the processes we use to develop our products.
Candidate Profile
- A Bachelor’s degree (with at least 8 years of experience) or a Master’s degree (with at least 5 years of experience) in Horticulture, Biology, Biochemistry or Agriculture, with comprehensive understanding of horticulture crops and agronomy, plant physiology and plant genetics.
- Proven ability to manage projects.
- Knowledge of the agronomy of horticultural crops from seedling to harvesting.
- Berry production knowledge, including direct experience with soft fruit production, would be highly desirable.
- Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other crew members in achieving team goals.
- Pesticide Control Advisor (PCA) and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) is required.
- Experience with research protocols; and knowledge of plant physiology, health and pest pressure assessment, knowledge of farming operation agricultural practices.
- Ability to work in the field, office and corporate settings, including the ability to perform repetitive physical work as necessary.
- Ability to make fertility and irrigation decisions for berries with minimal guidance.
- Self-starter, hands-on, ability to work independently and work well with teams.
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Data analysis software is a must.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is required.
- California Driver’s license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program required.
About Driscolls
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.
Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.
Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries™.
Driscoll's es el proveedor líder en la comercialización de Fresas, Frambuesas, Zarzamoras y Arándanos Azules en el mundo. Con más de 100 años de herencia en agricultura y cientos de productores independiente alrededor del mundo, Driscoll's es una compañía apasionada por cultivar Berries frescas, hermosas y deliciosas. Nuestros valores de humildad, pasión y confianza han guiado nuestra misión de deleitar a los consumidores en el mundo.
Las variedades exclusivas de Driscoll's han sido desarrolladas a través de años de investigación usando sólo métodos de mejoramiento natural. De la granja a la mesa, nos enfocamos en ofrecer una experiencia de alta calidad con apoyo de nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro.
Driscoll's es la marca de confianza de sólo las mejores Berries.
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The Assistant Technical Grower supports the Research Farm Technical Grower in growing high quality crops for the breeders and other researchers. Responsibilities include collecting various data, graphing, and submitting weekly reports to various stakeholders for crop health such as lysimeter EC & pH’s, irrigation and fertilization application records, pest and disease scouting reports, pesticide records, and soil water/tissue samples. Technical growing aspects such as running an advanced irrigation system, preparing fertilizers, and at times applying pesticides are also integral to this position. Collaborating well with over a dozen breeders and researchers in performing the farming of their trials is key to this role.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Growing Supervisor with appropriate and timely irrigation practices based upon tensiometer readings, lysimeter measurements, weather, stage of growth, and general plant observations.
- Walk test plots regularly to monitor overall crop health, check for any issues and coordinate with the Technical Grower and Supervisors to implement pest control, irrigation, and plant nutrition.
- Assist the Grower in ensuring appropriate fertilization and acidification practices based on berry type, stage of growth, lysimeter readings, tissue and soil nutritional analysis, climate, and if any nutritional deficiencies or toxicities are present.
- Serve as lead for irrigation team and can make decisions on what takes priority and how a task should be done to be most efficient and maintain a high standard for quality work.
- Communicate weekly with internal partners such as breeders, entomology researchers, and applied researchers on irrigation, fertilization, pest management, and other farming duties.
- Make daily irrigation adjustments based on lysimeter data and with guidance of Technical Grower, make sure data is being sent daily by email.
- Maintain lysimeter stations and make sure they are appropriate for the valve/experiment with proper name and that they are clean.
- Ensure Priva and all its components are in working order.
- Ability operate wells and irrigate soil-grown crops.
- Assist the Research Associate with oversight and execution during special project design, installation, and daily/weekly management of such projects.
- Maintains a safe and professional work environment by complying with all Driscoll’s policies and trainings in pesticide application, irrigation, safety, etc.
- Ensures the security of all Driscoll’s proprietary and confidential information.
- Performs other duties as assigned, related to agricultural operations.
- This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all the job’s responsibilities. At Driscoll’s, all our jobs include broad responsibilities for continually improving the processes we use to develop our products.
Candidate Profile
Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Must be able and willing to occasionally spray pesticides/fertilizers on research crops.
- Experience with research protocols; and knowledge of plant physiology, health and pest pressure assessment, knowledge of soils/water and agricultural practices.
- Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other crew members in achieving team goals.
- Self-starter, hands-on, ability to work independently and work well with teams.
- Able to work in the field, office, and corporate settings, including the ability to perform hard, repetitive physical work as necessary.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is highly preferred.
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
- Must have valid driver's license. Travel in a company provided vehicle during working hours will be required mostly in the Oxnard area, with occasional travel to other farming locations in California.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in agriculture related field preferred but not required.
- 3+ years of plant growing experience preferred.
- Pesticide license holder preferred.
About Driscolls
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.
Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.
Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries™.
Driscoll's es el proveedor líder en la comercialización de Fresas, Frambuesas, Zarzamoras y Arándanos Azules en el mundo. Con más de 100 años de herencia en agricultura y cientos de productores independiente alrededor del mundo, Driscoll's es una compañía apasionada por cultivar Berries frescas, hermosas y deliciosas. Nuestros valores de humildad, pasión y confianza han guiado nuestra misión de deleitar a los consumidores en el mundo.
Las variedades exclusivas de Driscoll's han sido desarrolladas a través de años de investigación usando sólo métodos de mejoramiento natural. De la granja a la mesa, nos enfocamos en ofrecer una experiencia de alta calidad con apoyo de nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro.
Driscoll's es la marca de confianza de sólo las mejores Berries.
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Responsibilities
- Accountable for timely and accurate disbursement to growers in accordance with the Grower Service Agreements as well as any specific details included in each of the grower contracts.
- Accountable for understanding all the workflows within the Commodity Contract Management (CCM) module in our ERP to properly maintain and execute the weekly settlement to our growers.
- Leads and provides direction to the grower accounting team on all aspects of grower payments to ensure accuracy and alignment with weekly commitments and troubleshoots any issues that arise.
- Supports Accounting and Finance objectives, while constantly working towards improving processes and procedures.
- Provides accounting support and grower settlement customer service to internal departments and growers.
- Timely completion of assigned period-end and year-end closing tasks.
- Partners with IT to document processes, identify improvements, test new development and is responsible to troubleshoot CCM issues.
- Contributes to the Business Unit’s people priorities and objectives regarding: people leader effectiveness, engaged employees, and enabling others to perform.
- Represents Driscoll’s in an ethical and business-like professional manner in all interactions with growers, co-workers, suppliers, customers and the business community at large.
In addition to the functional responsibilities of the role, as a Driscoll’s people manager, you will accomplish work individually and through others while delivering on functional accountabilities connected to the employee lifecycle, including:
- Workforce Planning: Aligning the people plan to the business plan
- Hiring: Find, evaluate, and hire new team members
- Onboarding: Integrating new employees into the organization
- Managing: Organize and coordinate activities of a team in order to achieve defined strategic objectives
- Development: Partnering with your employees to create a plan to grow in their existing or potential future roles
- Employee Safety: Ensure both physical and psychological safety in the workplace
- Off-boarding: Ending an employment relationship
Candidate Profile
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of finance experience. The successful candidate will have broad-based accounting experience.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills are vital for success in this role. It requires the ability to establish credibility, build constructive relationships and impact cross-functionally at all levels in the organization. It also requires the ability to synthesize, simplify and present complex information and concepts to non-financial audiences.
- Developed financial and business analytical skills and attention to detail are required; to understand and interpret business results and plans.
- Must be knowledgeable in standard business software (MS Office, ERPs) to at least an intermediate level, and with the aptitude to quickly become an advanced user. Microsoft Dynamics and SAP experience preferred. Requires knowledge of business intelligence system.
Preferred Qualifications and Leadership Competencies
- Bilingual; English/Spanish communication skills desired
- Process improvement experience is a plus
- Occasional evening and weekend work may be required
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally required (Estimated up to 10%)
- California driver’s license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program are also required
- A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally without restrictions are also required
- Strategic Mindset: Looks toward the future and designs a way to get there.
- Cultivates Innovation: Finds, champions, and implements innovations; large or small.
- Plans & Aligns: Establishes priorities and desired outcomes, and creates plans to achieve them.
- Drives Results: Pursues everything with energy, resourcefulness, and the need to achieve desired outcomes.
- Collaborates: Works with a variety of colleagues, inside and/or outside of Driscoll’s, seeking win-wins solutions.
- Drives Engagement: Creates a motivating work environment and empowers others.
- Develops Talent: Actively seeks opportunities to develop one’s self and others.
- Courage: Tackles difficult issues timely with optimism and transparency.
About Driscolls
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.
Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.
Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries™.
Driscoll's es el proveedor líder en la comercialización de Fresas, Frambuesas, Zarzamoras y Arándanos Azules en el mundo. Con más de 100 años de herencia en agricultura y cientos de productores independiente alrededor del mundo, Driscoll's es una compañía apasionada por cultivar Berries frescas, hermosas y deliciosas. Nuestros valores de humildad, pasión y confianza han guiado nuestra misión de deleitar a los consumidores en el mundo.
Las variedades exclusivas de Driscoll's han sido desarrolladas a través de años de investigación usando sólo métodos de mejoramiento natural. De la granja a la mesa, nos enfocamos en ofrecer una experiencia de alta calidad con apoyo de nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro.
Driscoll's es la marca de confianza de sólo las mejores Berries.
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Responsibilities
- Regular field walks to ensure pests and diseases are being managed, plants are healthy and all growing is being done to the utmost quality.
- Manage pest and disease control program, including coordination and rotation of chemical applications.
- Environmental data monitoring and data management including soil water availability, lysimiter Ec and pH, temperature and humidity. Dissemination of data will be used to adjust irrigation, fertilization, acidification and assist in disease forecasting.
- Collect and submit soil, tissue & water sampling. Implement changes based off the interpretation of results.
- Assist in the development of new technologies in the breeding test plots.
- Manage a Growing Technician Assistant, Irrigator, and Spray Team Lead.
- Communicate weekly with internal customers (breeders, entomologists, plant pathologists, and applied researchers) on fertilization, pest/disease management, and other farming duties.
- Ability to work well with all supervisors and employees at a ranch level.
- Follow operating budgets by purchasing, tracking, and coding farming expenses.
- Follow Company policies and practices while representing Driscoll’s in an ethical and business-like manner in all interactions with employees, governmental agencies, growers, customers, etc.
- Ensure the security of Driscoll’s confidential and proprietary information and materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, or Crop Sciences with 1-3 years experience. If no degree must have 5+ years of practical agricultural experience. Experience with berry crops strongly preferred.
- Experience with Blackberry and Raspberry farming practices strongly preferred. Experience with all berry types a bonus.
- Demonstrated planning experience and working knowledge of farm infrastructure.
- Strong foundation in production agriculture and agronomic sciences.
- Ability to work in the field, office and corporate settings, including the ability to perform repetitive physical work as necessary.
- Ability to manage assets, including equipment, labor.
- Pesticide Control Advisor (PCA) and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) not required but preferred.
- Private Applicator Certificate (PAC) or ability to obtain required
- Experience with research protocols; knowledge of plant physiology, health and pest pressure assessment, knowledge of soils/water and agricultural practices.
- Proficiency with computer programs (Excel, PowerPoint, word, Outlook).
- Self-starter, hands-on, ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Detail-oriented, effective verbal and written skills, good organizational, math, chemistry and analytical ability.
- Workplace communication in both English and Spanish strongly preferred.
- Open attitude to try new systems and new technologies in farming.
- Work extended hours and weekends intermittently.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Work in outdoor conditions with variable temperature and weather conditions
- California Driver’s license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program required.
About Driscolls
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.
Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.
Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries™.
Driscoll's es el proveedor líder en la comercialización de Fresas, Frambuesas, Zarzamoras y Arándanos Azules en el mundo. Con más de 100 años de herencia en agricultura y cientos de productores independiente alrededor del mundo, Driscoll's es una compañía apasionada por cultivar Berries frescas, hermosas y deliciosas. Nuestros valores de humildad, pasión y confianza han guiado nuestra misión de deleitar a los consumidores en el mundo.
Las variedades exclusivas de Driscoll's han sido desarrolladas a través de años de investigación usando sólo métodos de mejoramiento natural. De la granja a la mesa, nos enfocamos en ofrecer una experiencia de alta calidad con apoyo de nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro.
Driscoll's es la marca de confianza de sólo las mejores Berries.
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