Plant Production Associate

SURGE Staffing; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time opportunity

1st Shift

Hands-on production

Job summary

SURGE Staffing is hiring Plant Production Associates for a full-time, 1st shift position in Oberlin, OH. This hands-on role supports plant production, order preparation, shipping, and general facility operations.

This position is a great fit for dependable candidates who enjoy physical, active work and working as part of a team. Duties include lifting, moving carts, packing orders, and following safety procedures in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery, manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse, or general labor preferred.
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and push/pull heavy carts.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment and follow verbal/written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Plant and pot seedlings and plants.
• Fill, label, organize, and move trays and products.
• Prepare and assemble customer orders for shipment.
• Attach hangers to baskets and move products using ladders.
• Move plants and materials using carts.
• Load and unload trucks and conveyor systems.
• Lift and carry products weighing up to 20 lbs.
• Push and pull carts weighing up to 200 lbs.
• Assist with irrigation systems and water lines.
• Use basic hand tools such as shovels, shears, and clippers.
• Clean and maintain work areas, buildings, and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Nursery experience

Lift 20 lbs

Push/Pull 200 lbs

Bend/stoop/stand

Temperature tolerance

Fast-paced environment

Follow instructions

Reliable transportation

Positive attitude

Job description

Plant Production Associate – 1st Shift

Location: Oberlin, OH
Pay: $17.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM

Job Summary

We are hiring Plant Production Associates for a full-time, 1st shift position in Oberlin, OH. This is a hands-on role supporting plant production, order preparation, shipping, and general facility operations.

This position is a great fit for dependable candidates who enjoy physical, active work and working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plant and pot seedlings and plants
• Fill, label, organize, and move trays and products
• Prepare and assemble customer orders for shipment
• Attach hangers to baskets and move products using ladders
• Move plants and materials using carts
• Load and unload trucks and conveyor systems
• Lift and carry products weighing up to 20 lbs.
• Push and pull carts weighing up to 200 lbs.
• Assist with irrigation systems and water lines
• Use basic hand tools such as shovels, shears, and clippers
• Clean and maintain work areas, buildings, and equipment
• Follow all safety proceduresPerform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous nursery, manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse, or general labor experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull carts weighing up to 200 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working in hot or cold temperatures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Reliable transportation and good attendance
• Positive attitude and willingness to work

Why Apply?

• $17.00/hour
• 1st Shift
• Monday–Friday
• 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Full-time opportunity
• Hands-on work with plants and production
• Opportunities for candidates with general labor, warehouse, agricultural, nursery, or manufacturing experience