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Operations Integrator (Bilingual) – Leadership Track
Tauzer Apiaries | Woodland, CA
Position Overview
Tauzer Apiaries is a second-generation commercial beekeeping operation serving Northern California's agricultural community. We are seeking a Bilingual Operations Integrator to help coordinate field operations, strengthen communication across crews, and support a planned leadership transition within our organization.
This role serves as a critical bridge between ownership, field leadership, and Spanish-speaking crews, ensuring that plans turn into execution and that information flows clearly in both directions. The position is designed as a growth role, with direct mentorship from senior field leadership and the opportunity to assume increasing operational responsibility over time.
The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, culturally fluent, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving agricultural environment where priorities shift and judgment matters.
Leadership Growth & Authority
This position is intended to grow into a senior field leadership role. During a structured transition period, the Operations Integrator will work closely with the Field Operations Director and Operations Assistant to learn decision-making frameworks, operational priorities, and crew coordination practices. Over time, the role will take on increasing ownership of planning, coordination, and problem-solving across crews and operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Bilingual Communication & Coordination
Serve as a primary bilingual liaison between ownership, field leadership, and Spanish-speaking employees.
Translate and relay daily work plans, schedules, expectations, and company communications (English ⇄ Spanish).
Participate in field check-ins and meetings to ensure clarity around goals, timelines, and safety requirements.
Translate written communications including text messages, forms, policies, and notices, ensuring accuracy and intent—not just language.
- Operational Integration & Follow-Through
Coordinate and help execute daily and weekly work planning, including yard moves, crew assignments, and logistical needs.
Monitor execution in the field, track progress, and identify gaps, conflicts, or delays before they escalate.
Use judgment to prioritize issues, resolve routine coordination challenges, and escalate higher-risk concerns appropriately.
Help standardize and improve communication tools and workflows (e.g., WhatsApp groups, digital checklists, shared schedules).
Maintain basic operational records such as time tracking, vehicle and equipment logs, and material inventory as needed.
- Leadership & Executive Support
Support ownership and field leadership with scheduling, documentation, follow-up communication, and task tracking.
Assist with onboarding new employees, including bilingual orientation materials, policy explanations, and HR documentation support.
Support reporting and compliance needs related to worker hours, safety documentation, and agricultural programs (e.g., FSA).
Coordinate with vendors, agencies, or internal departments as directed to keep operations moving smoothly.
- Culture, Accountability & Team Engagement
Help foster a respectful, communicative, and accountable workplace culture.
Participate in weekly tailgates, field visits, and company meetings.
Ensure information flows both ways—from leadership to the field and from the field back to leadership—so decisions are informed by real conditions on the ground.
Build trust with crew members while upholding company standards and expectations.
Qualifications
Required
Full fluency in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing).
Strong interpersonal communication skills across cultures and roles.
Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to follow through.
Comfort using smartphones, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive), and messaging tools such as WhatsApp.
Valid driver's license and willingness to visit field locations regularly.
Not allergic to Honey Bees
Preferred
Experience in agriculture, construction, logistics, or other field-based operations.
Prior experience in an operations coordinator, administrative, supervisory, or bilingual support role.
Comfort working outdoors and alongside field crews in varying conditions.
Interest in growing into a leadership role with increased responsibility over time.
Personality & Values Fit
We are looking for someone who:
Values clarity, respect, and reliability in communication.
Can balance empathy with accountability.
Remains calm and practical in fast-moving or ambiguous situations.
Takes pride in supporting an industry that sustains California agriculture.
Is willing to learn, take ownership, and grow into increased responsibility.
Schedule
Full-time position. Typical schedule is Monday–Saturday, with flexibility required during peak seasons, including occasional evenings or weekends.