What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seed Orchard Supervisor position at Mackinnon Bruce International?
Who We are
We are a dynamic Agricultural recruitment and executive search agency that has evolved since our first establishment in 2012. We work with several high-profile clients, startups, and SMEs globally to help them source and retain top-tier talent.
The Client
Our client are a leading seedling producer for the Forestry sector, with several orchards across North America, they grow over 600 million seedlings annually, playing a vital role in supporting reforestation and sustainable forestry practices.
Location: Albany, Georgia
The Role
The Seed Orchard Supervisor will join the growing team at their site in Georgia. This is a hands-on role where you will play an integral part in overseeing the production of high-quality southern pine seed. This role will require 40% overnight travel.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Seed Orchard Manager in planning, implementing, and overseeing all seed orchard activities, including:
- Orchard establishment and maintenance
- Grafting operations
- Fertilization and herbicide/insecticide applications
- Controlled Mass Pollination (CMP)
- Cone harvest
- Maintain meticulous records of all orchard activities, including cone harvest collection, CMP bagging, pollen inventory, grafting maps, and other crucial data.
- Continuously evaluate orchard operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and accuracy.
- Ensure proper maintenance of all equipment and maintain accurate
If you are interested, please apply and the Lead Consultant will reach out to set up a first conversation.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000
