Nursery General Labor - Plant Prep & Shipping

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

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.