Logistics Seasonal Team Member

Thistle Farms; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Thistle Farms is seeking a Seasonal Logistics Team Member at our Body & Home Manufacturing site in Nashville, TN. You will pick, pack and deliver hand-made products and Shared Trade items, delivering on-time, accurate orders while upholding our standards of quality and radical hospitality.

This part-time, seasonal role has a maximum of 30 hours per week with no benefits; there may be opportunities for extra hours during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn inventory management software and shipping systems.
• Problem-solving skills, including packing, shipping, and order discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Alignment with Thistle Farms’ mission and trauma-informed work environment.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Verify items against customer order to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure selected delivery method, print labels, and packaging are appropriate.
• Package products securely to prevent damage during transit.
• Follow SOPs and use inventory management software.
• Collaborate with Logistics Manager to resolve shipping issues and timelines.
• Report damaged goods, shortages or discrepancies to supervisor.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

SOP adherence

Independent work

Teamwork

Problem solving

Reliability

Trauma-informed culture

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Body & Home Manufacturing site - Nashville, TN 37209,

Job Summary

As a Seasonal Logistics Team Member, you will embody Thistle Farms core values of radical hospitality and quality matters as you carefully, efficiently and accurately pick, pack and deliver Thistle Farms hand-made products and Shared Trade items. When a customer and supporter opens a delivery from Thistle Farms, your effort and contribution will be the first impression of our Organization and our mission.

This is a part-time, seasonal position. There might be occasions where there would be an opportunity to work extra hours during the week. Those opportunities would be determined by the volume of orders at that time. The hours would not exceed 30 per week. There will be no benefits provided (e.g. health insurance, PTO, or 401k) for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Pick, pack and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Verify items against customer order to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure requested delivery method is selected, labels are printed and packaging is appropriate.
• Exhibit problem-solving to determine how to best package and ship items.
• Package products securely to prevent damage during transit.
• Ensure your proper box and filler are used depending on item(s) and weight.
• Follow best practices as communicated verbally as well as in documented SOPs.
• Effectively use inventory management software and hardware.
• Work with the Logistics Manager to elevate shipping issues and work, collectively, on timely resolutions.
• Report damaged goods, shortages or discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Required Skills/Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including SOPs and safety guidelines
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn inventory management software and shipping systems
• Problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot packing, shipping, and order discrepancies
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new tasks and support cross-functional work as needed
• Commitment to quality control and customer experience
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and accountability
• Alignment with Thistle Farms’ mission, values, and trauma-informed work environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, stand, crouch, and reach arms above head
• Ability to stand for at least 3 hours at a time
• Ability to work up to 8 hours in a shift
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to push or pull carts, pallets, or packed boxes as needed