Farm Manager Job at Bone and Bear Farms, Grantsburg, IL

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  • Bone and Bear Farms
  • Grantsburg, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Farm Manager

Location: Metropolis Area

About the Role
We are in the process of building out a working farm and eco-friendly community entertainment facility, looking for a Farm Foreman to take charge of day-to-day operations and help guide the farm through build out. This position will begin as temporary, with the goal of moving into long-term, permanent employment for the right candidate.

The Foreman will supervise crews, operate and maintain heavy machinery, plan planting and harvesting schedules, oversee budgets, and ensure compliance with farm and safety standards. If you’re experienced in farm work, skilled with machinery, and able to lead a team, we want to hear from you.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and coordinate farm crew activities

  • Operate and maintain farm machinery and heavy equipment (tractors, loaders, excavators, etc.)

  • Plan and oversee planting, cultivation, and harvesting

  • Handle farm maintenance, build-outs, and infrastructure projects

  • Oversee budgets and help manage farm expenses

  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and labor standards

  • Report progress and challenges to management regularly

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Several years of hands-on farm work

  • Proven heavy machinery and mechanical skills for equipment operation and repair

  • Supervisory or crew management experience

  • Ability to plan, organize, and problem-solve in real time

  • Driver’s license required; CDL preferred

Education:

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field helpful but not required

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Pay will be based on experience and discussed during the hiring process

  • Overtime and performance-based bonuses may be available

  • Strong potential for full-time, permanent employment after the temp period

  • Fresh made lunch provided daily provided

Work Schedule & Conditions

  • Year-round position with seasonal variations in workload

  • Outdoor work in varying weather conditions — must be able to work in heat, cold, and rain when needed

  • Flexibility required during peak farm seasons

This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of building and growing a farm operation from the ground up, with the potentia l for long-term stability and advancement.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Seasonal work,

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