Farm Hand - Equipment Operator

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. This position requires flexibility, as work locations and responsibilities will change throughout the year. Employees will regularly commute between our Mecosta and Greenville, Michigan operations based on seasonal needs.

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.
• Travel between the Mecosta and Greenville farm locations as seasonal operations require.
• 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.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to commute between Mecosta and Greenville, Michigan based on seasonal business needs.
• 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!