Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Bi-Lingual Spanish Farm Crew Leader for a progressive and expanding agricultural operation located in Idaho.

OPERATION OVERVIEW

This expanding farming operation is located in Idaho and currently produces beets, barley, beans, wheat, alfalfa, corn, and potatoes. The farm employs 5–9 full-time employees along with seasonal H2A workers, and has experienced continued growth in both acreage and potato production. A major component of the operation is a state-of-the-art potato transload and processing facility, capable of handling 30–40 semi loads per day during harvest. This facility plays a key role in both current operations and future expansion.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is a hands-on Bi-Lingual Farm Crew Leader role, working directly with ownership to coordinate and supervise daily farm operations, with a strong emphasis on leading and communicating with Spanish-speaking (H2A) employees. The individual hired will serve as a bridge between management and the workforce, ensuring clear communication, efficient workflow, and high-quality work in all areas of crop production. Responsibilities include supervising and working alongside crews in daily field operations, assisting with planting, irrigation, cultivation, and harvest activities. This role will be actively involved in potato production and harvest logistics, including coordination with the farm’s advanced transload and processing facility. The Crew Leader will help assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and maintain productivity while promoting a positive and respectful team environment. This individual will also assist with training employees, enforcing safety practices, and ensuring work is completed efficiently and correctly. Additional responsibilities include operating and maintaining modern farm equipment, assisting with irrigation systems including pivots, handlines, and wheellines, and supporting general equipment upkeep and repairs. This is a working leadership role, where the individual is expected to lead by example in the field while helping maintain organization, communication, and workflow across the operation.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
• Experience supervising or leading farm crews, preferably including H2A workers
• Strong background in irrigated crop production preferred
• Experience with modern farm equipment operation and basic maintenance
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions, expectations, and feedback to crews
• Strong work ethic with a hands-on, team-oriented approach
• Dependable, organized, and able to help manage daily workflow and priorities
• Experience with potatoes and/or harvest logistics is a plus
• Ability to work long hours during peak seasons

KEY TRAITS FOR SUCCESS

• Strong communicator and team leader
• Leads by example in the field
• Patient, respectful, and culturally aware
• Organized and able to keep crews on task
• Takes pride in quality and efficiency of work