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Operations Associate I – Day Shift
Position Summary
Johnny's is seeking a Full-Time Operations Associates I for our Day Shift. This position will primarily involve working in the Seed Packing department but will be required to cross-train and work in the Shipping, Warehouse, and Inventory departments as needed. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and has excellent organizational skills.
Standard hours for Day Shift are Monday through Friday, 5:50 am -2:20 pm. Overtime may be required depending on production needs. Starting pay for Day Shift is $17.51 per hour.
Position Responsibilities
Seed Packing functions may include:
You will pack seed into commercial and consumer sizes using various hand or mechanical means available. Being comfortable working in a repetitive process environment and the ability to follow processes and detailed instructions are essential. Basic computer skills are necessary. Familiarity with conversions of ounces/pounds into grams is required. Tasks could also include assembling kits and products and processing bulk seed orders for commercial purposes weighing between 50-70 pounds.
Shipping, Warehouse And Inventory Functions May Include
You will cross-train to perform various tasks in the Shipping and Warehouse functions. These tasks include locating incoming material in different stockrooms, finding material using inventory systems, rearranging material, shrink-wrapping, and labeling. You may also need to assist the receiver with sampling, labeling, or receiving; support cycle counters with locating and weighing. Additionally, you should report any problems or shortages to your supervisor or Lead, support daily order shipments by gathering, checking, packing, shipping, stocking, and performing other duties as needed. You will use handheld units for accurate inventory picking and tracking and prepare inventory for the shipping department.
You will have the desire to maintain a balanced work area by working quickly and accurately while keeping the work environment clean and safe.
Qualifications & Skills
Johnny's is renowned for our exceptional customer service offering seeds, tools, supplies and information to direct-market growers and avid home gardeners. We source, breed, trial, and sell outstanding selected varieties of vegetables, cut flowers, herbs, and farm seed, as well as thoughtfully designed tools and equipment. We take pride in the wealth of information and depth of experience we offer our customer base, nationwide and globally.
If you are passionate about good, healthy food and would choose to work for a company with employee owners (FT) who are passionate about our mission and values, Johnny's may be the place for you!
Johnny's Selected Seeds is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.
Position Summary
Johnny's is seeking a Full-Time Operations Associates I for our Day Shift. This position will primarily involve working in the Seed Packing department but will be required to cross-train and work in the Shipping, Warehouse, and Inventory departments as needed. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and has excellent organizational skills.
Standard hours for Day Shift are Monday through Friday, 5:50 am -2:20 pm. Overtime may be required depending on production needs. Starting pay for Day Shift is $17.51 per hour.
Position Responsibilities
Seed Packing functions may include:
You will pack seed into commercial and consumer sizes using various hand or mechanical means available. Being comfortable working in a repetitive process environment and the ability to follow processes and detailed instructions are essential. Basic computer skills are necessary. Familiarity with conversions of ounces/pounds into grams is required. Tasks could also include assembling kits and products and processing bulk seed orders for commercial purposes weighing between 50-70 pounds.
Shipping, Warehouse And Inventory Functions May Include
You will cross-train to perform various tasks in the Shipping and Warehouse functions. These tasks include locating incoming material in different stockrooms, finding material using inventory systems, rearranging material, shrink-wrapping, and labeling. You may also need to assist the receiver with sampling, labeling, or receiving; support cycle counters with locating and weighing. Additionally, you should report any problems or shortages to your supervisor or Lead, support daily order shipments by gathering, checking, packing, shipping, stocking, and performing other duties as needed. You will use handheld units for accurate inventory picking and tracking and prepare inventory for the shipping department.
You will have the desire to maintain a balanced work area by working quickly and accurately while keeping the work environment clean and safe.
Qualifications & Skills
- Punctuality and dependability are crucial for this role.
- The ability to perform simple mathematical functions is a key part of the production process.
- Accuracy and attention to detail are critical aspects of this role.
- Ability to work unsupervised as well as with a team.
- Working in a safe and effective manner is required.
- Able to maintain a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a positive and professional manner with internal and external customers.
- Ability to comply with the company policies and procedures.
- Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
- Team focused and collaborative to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Ability to read, communicate, and work with numbers.
- Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift to 50 lbs. repetitively.
- Ability to climb stationary ladders.
- Health Insurance (PPO, HSA)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & Profit Sharing
- 401(k)
- Employee Discount
- Maternity/Paternity/Adoption & Foster Care Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Company Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Float Holidays
- Paid Holidays
- Educational Assistance
Johnny's is renowned for our exceptional customer service offering seeds, tools, supplies and information to direct-market growers and avid home gardeners. We source, breed, trial, and sell outstanding selected varieties of vegetables, cut flowers, herbs, and farm seed, as well as thoughtfully designed tools and equipment. We take pride in the wealth of information and depth of experience we offer our customer base, nationwide and globally.
If you are passionate about good, healthy food and would choose to work for a company with employee owners (FT) who are passionate about our mission and values, Johnny's may be the place for you!
Johnny's Selected Seeds is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.
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