Okray Produce Company is a large, row crop operation located in Plover, WI. We grow potatoes, sweet corn, green beans and peas. We run a progressive agricultural operation that uses some of the newest precision agriculture technologies and practices available. We are family-owned and value our employees.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
- Manage precision agriculture equipment and ensure accurate collection of data in field
- Perform light maintenance on equipment and work around the shop
- Operate farm equipment, including tillage, nutrient applications, sprayers, tender trucks and harvesting
- Operate onboard computing systems
- Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to tractors, trucks and various implements related to logistics of vegetables and agricultural inputs
- Maintain a clean working area in the shop, on the grounds, and in tractors
- Follow farm safety guidelines and training
Skills and Experience:
- 3-5 years of agricultural production experience preferred
- Able to work long hours from spring through fall. Work days typically begin at 6 am and finish between 5 and 6 pm. Typically 40 hours/week during the winter season.
- General knowledge of agronomic management practices, as well as willingness to learn and use technology associated with modern equipment and record keeping
- General knowledge of mechanical operation of agricultural equipment
- Ability to work as a team member and assist others
- Effective communication with colleagues and management
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Driven personality, and a positive attitude
- Ability to commute to work every day
Pay and Benefits:
- Up to $20/hour, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Plover, WI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Farming: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person