Director of Operations

Position Summary: 

Alco Harvesting LLC is seeking a highly organized and proactive Director of Operations to oversee all field support operations, including transplanting crews, weed and thinning teams, field and equipment sanitation, asset management, bathroom servicing, and transportation of equipment and supplies. This leadership role plays a key part in maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient service operations across all growing regions. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Supervise transplanting, weeding, thinning, and sanitation crews. 
• Ensure all teams meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards. 
• Lead field sanitation efforts, including bathroom cleaning and servicing schedules. 
• Oversee equipment sanitation procedures to ensure hygiene and food safety compliance. 
• Maintain inventory and coordinate movement and maintenance of field equipment and portable assets.
• Track equipment usage and oversee logistical planning for relocations. 
• Manage movement of bathrooms, equipment, and supplies from field to cooler and between job sites. 
• Align transportation plans with harvest and operational timelines. 
• Collaborate with Harvesting, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure service support aligns with field activity needs. 
• Participate in strategic planning and process improvements. 
• Travel frequently between Santa Maria, CA and Yuma, AZ to oversee regional operations and seasonal adjustments. 

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience in agricultural operations, logistics, or field services. 
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. 
• Analytical mindset and ability to interpret data for decision-making. 
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally as required.