Orchard Manager in Albany

Job Description

🌳 Orchard Manager – Lead, Grow, and Harvest Success 🍎🍑

Do you have a passion for orchards, modern farming techniques, and leading teams? Here’s your chance to manage over 650 acres of apples and peaches with a family-owned operation that values innovation, tradition, and long-term growth.

We’re looking for a hands-on Orchard Manager who thrives in the field, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to make a real impact on a thriving agricultural business. If you love the idea of blending horticultural expertise with leadership and operational excellence, this role is for you.

🌟 What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of daily orchard operations — from planting and pruning to harvest and beyond.
• Monitor orchards for plant health, pests, and soil conditions while implementing cutting-edge growing practices.
• Lead and mentor a diverse workforce, ensuring safety, productivity, and teamwork.
• Oversee crop schedules, spray programs, irrigation, and nutrient applications.
• Be the go-to leader during harvest — directing crews, coordinating equipment, and delivering results.
• Keep accurate records and stay ahead of compliance standards (food safety, pesticide applications, etc.).
• Collaborate with the management team while also rolling up your sleeves in the field.

✅ What We’re Looking For

• At least 5 years of orchard management experience (commercial apple production strongly preferred).
• A strong horticultural background with a passion for modern, sustainable practices.
• Experience managing pesticide programs on a farm/orchard.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Spanish proficiency a big plus!).
• A leader who can balance planning with hands-on work — and motivate others to do their best.
• Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and a knack for accurate record-keeping.
• Valid driver’s license required; pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain) needed.
• Mechanical aptitude is a bonus!

💼 What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary starting at $75,000+ (based on experience)
• Health, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plan
• Company-provided work vehicle

This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow your career in agriculture with a leadership role that has a lasting impact on both the land and the people who work it.

🌱 Ready to lead an orchard into the future? Apply today! Or send your confidential resume to Brittany at brittany.hamilton@gogpac.com for immediate consideration!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.