Farm Team Lead

Now hiring! Farm Team Lead

Acampo, CA

We are looking for a Farm Team Lead to join our Agricultural Solutions business supporting our Vegetable Seeds team in Acampo, California.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

The Farm Team Lead plays a vital role in managing agricultural operations in open fields, net houses, and greenhouses, ensuring optimal crop quality and yield. This involves developing strategic crop plans that incorporate the best agronomic practices like groundwork, pest control, fertilization, and irrigation. It monitors weather impacts, implements weekly operational schedules, and efficiently manage agronomic resources and labor.

As a Farm Team Lead, you create chemistry by...

• Managing personnel involved in crop management
• Procuring seasonal and contracted workforce for operations
• Overseeing agricultural operations in open fields, net houses, and greenhouses
• Building strong relationships with internal clients through regular discussions and field visits to ensure optimal service
• Contributing to the development and implementation of new technologies
• Participating in planning and monitoring the Farm OpEx budget and proactively communicating discrepancies to supervisors
• Keeping detailed operational and compliance recordsEnsuring adherence to global EHS, RC implementation standards, hygiene protocols, and local regulations
• Following company procedures for asset management and maintaining a planned maintenance schedule
• Collaborating with vendors and contractors to ensure compliance with BASF procedures

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or a closely related field (required)
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in farming, agriculture, and crop management (required)
• Have at least 3 years’ managerial experience (required)
• Demonstrate excellent communication and follow-up skills (required)
• Possess strong digital and technical skills (required)
• Have knowledge of farm equipment operation (tractors, sprayers, etc.) and maintenance (required)
• Have expertise in crop management and seed production, including crop protection, irrigation, and fertilization (required)
• Are solution‑oriented, detail‑oriented, and bring an innovative mindset (required)
• Are fluent in English and Spanish (required)
• Are able to travel up to 10% (required)
• Have an understanding of HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) and RC (Responsible Care) principles and regulations (preferred)
• Have vegetable growing or seed production experience (preferred)

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.