General Labor (B-Crew)

Green Circle Growers; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Circle Growers Inc. is seeking a dedicated nursery operative to prepare plants for shipping and sale.

You will plant, cultivate, and maintain nursery stock including perennials, bedding plants, plugs, liners, vegetables, and hanging baskets, ensuring the highest quality plants. This on-site role in Oberlin, OH requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 20 lbs, and tolerance for varying temperatures.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 months of nursery/manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to lift items up to 20 lbs.
• Push/pull carts up to 200 lbs.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Must be able to work Saturdays (peak season).
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and climb.
• Must follow verbal and written direction.
• Must have good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Pot/plant seedlings, fill, and label trays, move product to greenhouses and organize product on docks for loading, pull and assemble orders in accordance with instruction.
• Attach hangers to baskets and hang through seasonal holding houses using ladders.
• Move containerized plants using rolling/electric carts, load/unload trucks and product from conveyor belt.
• Lift, carry, and load/unload products or supplies.
• Install/maintain irrigation systems and water lines.
• Clear debris from field and clean/maintain farm buildings, structures, equipment, and work areas.

Skills

Manual tasks

Lifting up to 20 lbs

Push/pull heavy carts

Use hand tools

Work in heat/cold

Fast-paced

Attendance

Positive attitude

Safety compliance

Tools

Shovels

Shears

Clippers

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Green Circle Growers Inc - OBERLIN, OH 44074Job Category: ManufacturingResponsible for the preparation of flowers and other plants for shipping and sale to our customers. Plant, cultivate and maintain nursery seedlings and plants, including perennials, bedding plants, plugs, liners, vegetable plants and hanging baskets. Directly contributes to the highest quality plants in the industry

JOB DUTIES:

• Pot/plant seedlings, fill, and label trays, move product to greenhouses and organize product on docks for loading, pull and assemble orders in accordance with instruction/
• Attach hangers to baskets and hang through seasonal holding houses using ladders
• Move containerized plants using rolling/electric carts, load/unload trucks and product from conveyor belt
• Lift, carry, and load/unload products or supplies
• Install/maintain irrigation systems and water lines
• Clear debris from field and clean/maintain farm buildings, structures, equipment, and work areas

Requirements:

• Must have at least 3 months of nursery/manufacturing experience
• Must be at least 18 yrs. old
• Must be able to:
  • Perform manual tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Lift items/products up to 20lbs
  • Push/pull carts that can weigh up to 200lbs
  • Use hand tools including but not limited to shovels, shears, and clippers
  • Follow verbal and written direction
  • Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb
  • Have flexibility to work Saturdays (peak season)
  • Have good attendance
  • Have a positive attitude/be willing to work
  • Work in various temperature based on season summer gets very hot; winter gets very cold
  • Able to work at a fast pace, with long periods of standing and bending or sitting
• Must adhere to safety policies and procedures
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
• Must have availability to work additional hours as dictated by the daily schedule