Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Farm Hand / Equipment Operator

Sackett Potatoes
Location: Mecosta & Greenville, Michigan
Job Type: Full-Time

About Sackett Potatoes

Sackett Potatoes is a family-owned potato farming operation dedicated to producing high-quality crops through hard work, teamwork, and modern farming practices. We are seeking a dependable Farm Hand / Equipment Operator to join our team. This is a hands-on position that supports all aspects of potato production, from planting and harvesting to storage operations and general farm maintenance.

Position Summary

The Farm Hand / Equipment Operator will operate agricultural equipment, assist with potato harvesting and storage, and perform a variety of farm duties throughout the growing season.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, loaders, forklifts, and other agricultural equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with harvesting, and transporting potatoes.
• Load, unload, sort, and store potatoes in storage facilities while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and report mechanical issues.
• Assist with other seasonal farming activities.
• Help maintain farm buildings, storage facilities, and work areas.
• Follow all farm safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
• Perform additional farm duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous farm, agricultural, equipment operation, or heavy machinery experience preferred.
• Experience operating tractors, loaders, forklifts, or other agricultural equipment is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license required.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Stable employment with a respected agricultural operation
• Opportunity to work with modern farming equipment
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a team that helps produce one of Michigan's most important agricultural crops, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Sackett Potatoes!

The employees at Sackett Potatoes are a valuable asset. Without their dedication and hard work, it would be impossible to harvest a quality crop. We offer both full time and seasonal employment. We are always looking to hire employees with a great work ethic, who are willing to work hard and grow within our business. ''Our Business is Growing"

Company Description

The employees at Sackett Potatoes are a valuable asset. Without their dedication and hard work, it would be impossible to harvest a quality crop. We offer both full time and seasonal employment. We are always looking to hire employees with a great work ethic, who are willing to work hard and grow within our business. ''Our Business is Growing"

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