Receiving Clerk

Smith Gardens, Inc.; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 29,618 - 30,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate PTO accrual

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Company-Paid LTD after one year

Job summary

A horticultural company in Bellingham is seeking a Receiving Clerk to manage incoming and outgoing shipments, maintain inventory records, and operate forklifts. The role requires 1–2 years of experience in receiving or inventory control within a horticultural environment. Key responsibilities include inspecting shipments and coordinating materials for production while ensuring a safe work environment. This position offers competitive pay and a benefits package including PTO, health insurance, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a horticulture or agricultural environment.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Experience operating a forklift or other material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming/outgoing shipments and maintain inventory records.
• Inspect and verify materials delivered to the site.
• Assist the production team with inventory counting and material staging.

Skills

Detail oriented

Reliable with minimal supervision

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Intermediate computer skills

Education

1–2 years of experience in receiving or inventory control

Forklift certification

Tools

Forklift

Inventory management software

Job description

The Bellingham facility, established in 1901, is the original site of Smith Gardens. The site sits on 40 acres of greenhouse and outside growing area.

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for efficiently handling incoming/outgoing shipments,maintaining inventory records, and supporting the flow of materials. This role plays a vital part in ensuring
production runs smoothly by delivering supplies, coordinating with production leadership, and operating a forkliftand other mobile equipment to transport goods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Receive, inspects and verifies materials delivered to site.
• Maintains receiving log daily.
• Maintain accurate counts of hard goods and product supplies.
• Inspect shipments for damages and discrepancies and report issues.
• Assist Production Team with inventory/ cycle counting.
• Receive goods in inventory system with precision and attention to detail.
• Prepare and stage materials for production team and coordinate restocking with production leadership to prevent downtime
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inventory areas.
• Operate a forklift and other mobile equipment to unload and load shipments and transport materials.
• Maintain a proactive and flexible approach to help when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.
• Conduct yourself with high level integrity, adhering to Company standards and values.
• Promote a safe work environment, upholding company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to cross train in other areas and serve as backup for other positions.
• Attend and participate in meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Train Staff when necessary.

COMPETENCIES

• Detail oriented.
• Consistently reliable and follows through on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Efficiently handles tasks and prioritizes duties to meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible and able to adjust to changing tasks, priorities, and environments.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment, especially workingenvironment, especially when operating equipment.
• Identifies issues quickly and works toward practical, effective solutions.
• Respectful and professional attitude toward all employees.
• Intermediate computer programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1–2 years of experience in receiving, warehousing, or inventory control, preferably in a horticulture,nursery, oragricultural environment.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Experience operating a forklift or other material handling equipment is highly desirable.
• Forklift certified required after 30 days. Onsite training provided.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

• Work long hours as needed. Including weekends and holidays.
• Continuously walk, stand, squat, kneel (and remain working below knee-level) as well as reaching overhead,and from side to side for long periods of time.
• Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally up to 70 lbs for heavier items

PAY RANGE

$21.5 - $22.5 per hour

BENEFITS STATEMENT

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days, plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year.

Smith Gardens is in the Top 10 Privately Owned Companies in Whatcom County. Our business is growing, so you can find career opportunities that match your goals and fuel your passion. Plus, we promote from within every chance we get!

Smith Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion,transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. To make this request please email [e-mail]