Company Description
With approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Orchards is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios and pomegranates. Wonderful Orchards is a part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands which include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora, and JUSTIN Wine.
Job Description
Wonderful Orchards is seeking a GIS Analyst with strong imagery analysis skills to support our Shafter, Ca corporate agricultural operations. The GIS Analyst will support projects by analyzing and interpreting spatial and remote sensing data to produce meaningful visualizations and actionable insights. The role requires expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and image analysis tools to derive solutions for projects ranging from land-use and water planning to environmental monitoring. Work will be conducted with a variety of operational, research and development, and administrative departments across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced spatial analysis using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Process and analyze remote sensing imagery (satellite, aerial, and drone) to identify patterns, changes, and anomalies.
- Generate and maintain GIS datasets, maps, and reports to support project goals.
- Conduct image classification, feature extraction, and change detection using tools such as ArcGIS Image Analyst, ENVI, or similar software.
- Develop scripts or workflows to automate geospatial processes (e.g., Python, ArcPy, R, or other relevant tools).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret project requirements and deliver geospatial solutions.
- Assist with the integration of geospatial data into web platforms, dashboards, and reports.
- Ensure data quality and accuracy through QA/QC procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Science, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, or related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- 4+ years of experience working in GIS and remote sensing/image analysis.
- Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) and remote sensing tools (e.g., ENVI, ERDAS IMAGINE, ArcGIS Image Analyst).
- Strong understanding of remote sensing principles, including multispectral, hyperspectral imagery.
- Experience with image classification methods (supervised/unsupervised), feature extraction, and NDVI/vegetation analysis.
- Knowledge of scripting/programming languages for geospatial automation (e.g., Python, ArcPy, GDAL).
- Ability to work with various spatial data formats (vector, raster) and coordinate systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with UAV/drone imagery.
- Part 107 Commercial drone pilot license.
Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.
Additional Information
Why chose Wonderful?
Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards are part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful® Pistachios, FIJI® Water, Wonderful® Halos®, JUSTIN® Wine, and Teleflora®. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.
- We nourish, naturally - We believe that what you put into your body matters. The most nutritious -- and best-tasting -- foods are those from nature.
- We play to win - Our employees set ambitious goals and meet challenges with unified purpose and unmatched energy.
- We act differently - With courage and fearlessness, we are relentless in our quest to inspire healthier. food and beverage choices. As a privately held organization, we have the freedom and the power to make quick and effective decisions.
Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $5 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service.
The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley.
To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.
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