Greenhouse Machine Operator - Perennial Grower

Walters Gardens, Inc.; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Paid medical leave

Company holidays

Education reimbursement

Counseling services

Employee events

Job summary

Walters Gardens, Inc. in Zeeland, Michigan seeks a Machine Operator to run and adjust greenhouse machinery, ensuring quality plugs in trays and efficient changeovers.

You will coordinate with line leaders to meet production targets and support other departments to maintain smooth operations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continual improvement, with opportunities to contribute to greenhouse and production processes.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of greenhouse experience or equivalent education preferred.
• 1 year of machine operation or equivalent education preferred.
• Basic working Spanish vocabulary preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Troubleshooting skills in mechanics and technology.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review weekly outline from Processing Supervisor.
• Communicate priority needs to maintenance team members.
• Monitor machine functioning and adjust settings to ensure quality.
• Monitor quality of finished product and adjust machine settings if needed.
• Adjust machine settings to maximize efficiency.
• Troubleshoot issues with machine operation as needed.
• Replace container for plug and soil material when full.
• Take empty trays to recycle skid and stack correctly.
• Perform end of day machine maintenance and cleaning.
• Be an active member of the greenhouse and communicate with different departments.
• Help create a safe work environment for all employees.
• Participate in grower meetings and educational events when directed by supervisor.
• Assist other team leaders when needed, and help other employees and departments complete daily tasks.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Troubleshooting skills in mechanics &"

Basic Spanish vocabulary

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

Walters Gardens, Inc. in Zeeland, Michigan seeks a Machine Operator to run and adjust greenhouse machinery, ensuring quality plugs in trays and efficient changeovers.

You will coordinate with line leaders to meet production targets and support other departments to maintain smooth operations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continual improvement, with opportunities to contribute to greenhouse and production processes.