Job Description

Full Time

Wisconsin Rapids, WI  USA

Job Opportunity: Regional Farming Operations Manager 

Come Join us and Grow with our Family!

At Mariani, we believe that family comes first! We understand work is only part of what makes life rewarding.  If you enjoy working in a flexible, respectful, collaborative environment where employees embrace change and seek continuous improvement, have a voice, and can make a difference, we want to meet you!  

We are a 4th generation family-owned, global, growing, and innovative company driven by our vision to “Inspire Healthy Living.”  We have tremendous respect for our planet and a commitment to do our part to leave it in better condition for future generations.    

We value our employees and remain committed to the values that have kept us strong for over 115 years, leading with Mutual Respect. We work every day to provide real, whole, plant-based foods that make healthy snacking a little easier and a lot more delicious.  

This position will be in Wisconsin Rapids, WI at the main processing facility just off Hwy 54 and only 15 minutes from Stevens Point/Plover, WI.

Summary:

The Regional Farming Operations Manager will be responsible for overall operations and growth of Coast-to-Coast Cranberries (CCC), and manage the grower relations for the Wisconsin operations.  This position will serve as a senior position and support the General Manager of Wisconsin.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Drive and coordinate all sourcing functions including cranberry grower relations to meet the expectations of the Mariani processing facility.
• Coordinate and develop strong teamwork tendencies among Manufacturing and other departments.
• Lead Team to reduce waste, exceed standards, and build for the future.
• Serve on the WI senior management team to help drive future growth of the division. 

Position Requirements:

• Strong financial acumen
• Strong leadership experience
• A degree in business or agriculture.
• 5-10 years of experience in managing manager level employees.
• Attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
• Problem solving ability.
• Credibility/Integrity.       
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Able to build a team environment.
• Self-driven with a can-do attitude.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health Insurance (Mariani pays 100% of deductible for preferred provider network).
• Dental/Vision Insurance.
• Company paid life insurance.
• 9 paid holidays. 
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and additional insurance options.
• Health and wellness program for our employees and their families.