What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loading Checker Craftsman position at Monrovia?
About Us
At Monrovia we are dedicated to creating a more beautiful world by selecting and growing plants of superior quality. We know that creating a beautiful garden or landscape is about connecting to the beauty of nature. We use our hearts, minds, and hands to nurture plants for all types of landscapes. Our passion for plants, use of natural processes, and our years of experience result in plants that enable consumers to achieve a landscape of exceptional beauty and share in the joy that comes from creating healthy living spaces.
About the Role
The checker’s primary role is to ensure that the trailer is loaded in the correct order, with the correct number of plants, and that all plants material is labeled correctly. Specified by stop customers. Additional responsibilities may be included based on the nursery needs.
What You’ll Do
You will…
- Verify the order that is being loaded on the truck.
- Verify that the quantities and quality of plant material is to Monrovia’s standard.
- Ensure that the load is loaded in the correct order and that all plants material is created and stacked correctly.
- Ensure that each drop is clearly marked and separated plainly.
- Instruct, guide, and lead the load team.
- Maintain and document changes on shipping orders.
- Help to ensure that the loading team works in a safe and productive manner using the principles of Lean Six Sigma.
- Walking, lifting to 40 lbs. bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching are part of the essential job functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet department and nursery requirement needs.
Who You Are
You…
- have specific job experience; must have knowledge of the variety of plants grown in the nursery and knowledge of Monrovia Quality Standard.
- Basic reading and writing skills are required.
- Must be able to pass a basic skill exam.
- Excellent math skills with strong attention to detail and number accuracy.
- be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
- willing to attend technical training classes and plant I.D classes during working hours.
- can work independently in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and possess exceptional follow through skills.
- willingness to learn new skills and jobs.
- have the flexibility to work in a team environment supporting fellow craftsmen and coaches.
- Ability to take initiative with minimal direction.
- Must be available to work the following schedule:
Monday- Friday- 7:30am to 5pm.
Saturday: 7:30 to 2:30pm
Benefits at Monrovia
You will…
- receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, company paid long-term disability, 401k with a company match, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
- be able to purchase Monrovia plants for your own garden at 20% off wholesale prices.
At Monrovia, we not only grow the most beautiful plants – we also grow careers. Come grow with us.
Monrovia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and making all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.