Farm Store Associate (Warehouse Focused)

EverGRO; Orange (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

As a Farm Store Associate at EverGRO, you will support warehouse operations, assist customers, and maintain inventory. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling, employee discounts, and opportunities for leadership training and career growth in a supportive cooperative environment.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Leadership Training and Development

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age and valid driver's license required.
• Prefer six months' experience in retail providing customer service.
• Willingness to work Saturdays and focus on safety when operating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support warehouse operations, including loading/unloading customer orders.
• Assist with inventory and maintain a clean warehouse environment.
• Cross-train to support retail duties and provide customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Job description

WHAT DOES MY CAREER AS A FARM STORE ASSOCIATE (WAREHOUSE FOCUSED) LOOK LIKE AT EverGRO?

Your next career will be highlighted by taking the lead to:

• Support Farm Store warehouse operations; assist loading/unloading customer pick-ups, deliveries & vendor orders
• Learn to safely operate a forklift & other equipment to help move products & maintain a safe and clean warehouse environment
• Assist with inventory, stocking and merchandising warehouse needs
• Provide customers with friendly and efficient service
• Cross-train to support retail responsibilities such as operating register, stocking and cleaning
• Working on average 15-20+ hours per week, depending on seasonal demands

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

As a member of our part-time team, you will be able to benefit from:

• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Scheduling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Leadership Training and Development opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth

WHO WILL I BE WORKING FOR?

You will be working for a company rooted in the cooperative world, with history dating back to 1933, operating in the divisions of Agronomy, Energy, Animal Health and Farm Supplies. EverGRO is built on the relationships we grow with our customers, without their support, business, and loyalty we would not be the successful Coop we are today!

EverGRO fosters an environment founded on the following values:

• Trust: We provide dependable & reliable services
• Quality Products: We offer a variety of reputable products
• Superior Customer Service: We strive to provide options & solutions to our customer's challenges
• Growth & Development: We value the talent within our team & encourage their growth both professionally and personally

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

• This position will work both within an indoor storeroom setting, but will also be responsible for working outdoors at times to assist with customer needs on deliveries, pick-ups, etc.
• For a detailed list of physical and other work requirements, please inquire with the HR team during the interview process

WHAT IS EverGRO LOOKING FOR?

No matter the position, EverGRO we will always be looking for candidates that are:

• Creative, Adaptable, Committed & Driven

For this role, we are looking for talent that can bring to the table the following.

• No minimum education requirement or years of professional experience required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Willing & able to work on Saturdays when scheduled
• Prefer six (6) months of experience in a retail environment providing customer service and operating point of sale equipment
• Prefer prior knowledge, working experience or hands-on experience in farming, agriculture, animal health, animal science, planting, gardening, or a related field
• A passion and enthusiasm to work with our cooperative customers to help improve and overcome any challenges related to their needs
• The ability to focus and work safely when operating equipment and helping customers
• Effective communication skills both oral and written
• A knack for relationship building and problem-solving
• A desire to learn, grow and work as a cross-functional team member with other divisions within EverGRO

EverGRO Farm Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion, or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, functions and skills required for this job. Functions and requirements may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is a summary of essential job functions necessary for the satisfactory performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Job functions may vary by location.