Top 35 Agriculture Jobs in Watsonville, Ca

Production Superintendent
D'Arrigo Bros. Co. of California —Salinas, CA
- $120,000 - $200,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Bilingual
- Spanish
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Production Superintendent
D'Arrigo Bros. Co. of California —Salinas, CA
- $110,000 - $135,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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CALIFORNIA GIANT INC —Watsonville, CA
- Entry level
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Propagation and Restoration Technician
Watsonville Wetlands Watch —Watsonville, CA
- $24 - $29 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- High school
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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High Throughput Phenotyping Research Associate – Strawberry Breeding
Driscoll's, Inc. —Watsonville, CA
- $76,810 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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R&D operations employee
Limagrain —Gilroy, CA
- $72,000 - $78,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
Technical Grower
Driscoll's, Inc. —Watsonville, CA
- $76,810 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Part time ranch hand
Oakridge Ranch —Watsonville, CA
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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9d
AG Western Farm & Ranch District Sales Manager
Liphatech —California
- $80,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Up to 50% travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Field Technician – True Potato Seed Production
Ohalo —Watsonville, CA
- $24 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 3 years
Product Developer
Enza Zaden USA, Inc. —Salinas, CA
- $77,000 - $87,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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3d
Agronomy & Field Trial Technician
Ohalo —Aptos, CA
- $24 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
Farrier Assistant/Apprentice
Hill's Farrier Service —Soquel, CA
- From $19.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- In-person
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Research Breeding Technician
Vilmorin Mikado USA —Gilroy, CA
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Laborer
Pacific Reserve Nursery, Inc. —Salinas, CA
- $16.90 - $18.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No high school diploma
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Planting Staff
Pacific Plug & Liner —Watsonville, CA
- $17.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Basic math
- English
- Wellness program
- Employee assistance program
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Agricultural Assistant II
County of Monterey, CA —Salinas, CA
- $3,837.77 - $5,242.12 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Military encouraged
- Pre-employment physical examination
Transplant General Labor
Tanimura & Antle —Salinas, CA
- From $18.39 an hour
- Seasonal
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
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Food Safety Specialist (Harvest)
Ocean Mist Farms —Castroville, CA
- $26.25 - $31.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- English
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Cultivation Laborer
Pacific Reserve Nursery, Inc. —Salinas, CA
- $16.90 - $18.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No high school diploma
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Production Superintendent

D'Arrigo Bros. Co. of California -
Salinas, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$120,000 - $200,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bilingual
Spanish
Manufacturing management
Staff supervision
Operations management
Outdoor work experience
Agricultural tractor operation
Managing production or assembly teams
English
Farm experience
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Attention to detail
Driving
Team training
Problem-solving
Agriculture
Irrigation
Irrigation management
Cross-functional collaboration
Pest Control License
Crew management
Farm machinery
Production scheduling
Process management
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Company Information:

D’Arrigo Bros. Co., of California, is a 100-year old, rapidly growing agricultural company based in Salinas, California and is one of the largest vegetable growers and packer/shippers. The company has a rich history as an industry trend-setter, not a follower. Since the day the company was founded by Stephen and Andrew D’Arrigo, two immigrant brothers from Messina, Sicily, innovation has been its hallmark.

With third generation D’Arrigo family members at the helm of our West Coast operations, you
can be sure that the traditions of being the very best in the business emanate from the top and are carried out by our dedicated family of approximately 3,500 employees. Always look for the distinctive Andy Boy pink label to know you can reliably get the finest pick of the crop.

Summary/objective:

The Production Superintendent is responsible for leading day to day agricultural production activities across assigned acreage, ensuring operational excellence, labor efficiency, and high-quality crop outcomes. This role oversees field crews, coordinates equipment and resource allocation between other Production Superintendents, and partners closely with Harvest, Production Management, and vendors to maintain alignment across the operation.

The Superintendent serves as a frontline leader: driving performance, enforcing standards, and ensuring that all production activities are executed safely, efficiently, and consistently.

Essential functions: (to include supervisory responsibilities – if applicable)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Direct daily field activities including tillage scheduling, cultivation, irrigation, drip tape management, and equipment movement to ensure timely and accurate execution.
Supervise, train, and coach field employees; set expectations; monitor productivity; and ensure adherence to SOPs.
Implement weekly and seasonal planting schedules; verify acreage accuracy; communicate progress and issues to the planting department and other team members.
Assign tractors, implements, and support equipment; ensure proper maintenance reporting; minimize downtime with the help of a tractor foreman.

· Execute production trials according to approved trial request forms; ensure accurate data collection and timely reporting.

Enforce safety protocols, conduct tailgate meetings, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Maintain strong communication with Harvest, Production Management, and outside vendors to ensure alignment on crop readiness, field conditions, and operational needs.
Forecast labor, equipment, and material needs; identify constraints early; propose solutions to better use resources within the production department.
Monitor field conditions, crop health, and operational quality; escalate issues promptly.
Identify inefficiencies, propose process improvements, and support implementation of new technologies or techniques.

· This position requires regular driving as an essential job function in overseeing and coordinating various aspects of the Production process

· Consistent attendance is mandatory

· Other job duties as assigned

Additional functions:

N/A

Competencies:

· Strategic leadership

· Communication – verbal and written

· Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

· Detail-Oriented

· Flexibility/Adaptability

· Time Management/Planning

Work environment:

· Work extended hours, weekends, and holidays

· Fulltime, Monday through Saturday, Sunday as needed

· Outdoor work with occasional indoor work

· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

· Comfortable working around tractors, implements, and moving machinery.

· Flexible schedule during peak seasons, including weekends and extended hours as needed.

Physical requirements:

· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

· Comfortable working around tractors, implements, and moving machinery.

· Maintains a flexible schedule during high demand seasons, with the ability to support weekend and extended hour operations as needed.

Travel required:

· Local travel and occasional trips out of state

Required education and experience:

2–7 years in production agriculture, preferably in row crops or vegetable production
Proven ability to lead crews, train employees, and maintain accountability.
Understanding of planting, irrigation, cultivation, soil conditions, and equipment operation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Clear, concise communication with cross‑functional teams.
Ability to diagnose field issues and implement practical solutions
Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, or committed to developing bilingual proficiency to support crew communication.

Preferred education and experience:

· Bachelor's degree or a related field

· PCA & CCA Licenses strongly encouraged

Additional eligibility requirements:

N/A

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - The Company assures equal employment opportunity with respect to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, transfers, and promotions. All Company practices will be administered without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), denial of FMLA leave, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law in terms and conditions of employment. Information provided on this application will not be used for any discriminatory purpose.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay range:

$120k – 200k

Pay: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Agriculture: 2 years (Required)
Irrigation: 2 years (Required)
Cultivation: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)
Pest Control License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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