Receiving Clerk

Smith Gardens Inc.; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate PTO accrual

Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 + 

401(k) match

Company-Paid LTD after one year

Job summary

Smith Gardens Inc. is seeking a Receiving Clerk on the California Central Coast to efficiently handle incoming and outgoing shipments, maintain inventory records, and support production flow.

The role requires forklift operation and precise data entry to keep materials available for production teams. Candidates should have 1–2 years in receiving or warehousing, be fluent in English, and complete forklift certification after 30 days.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in receiving, warehousing, or inventory control in horticulture or agricultural settings.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Experience operating forklift or material handling equipment is highly desirable.
• Forklift certification required after 30 days; onsite training provided.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify materials delivered to site.
• Maintain receiving log daily and accurate counts of goods.
• Inspect shipments for damages and discrepancies; report issues.
• Assist Production Team with inventory/cycle counting.
• Operate forklift and other equipment to unload/load shipments.
• Keep inventory areas clean and organized.
• Support production leadership to prevent downtime.

Skills

Detail oriented

Reliable

Communication

Analytical skills

Safety minded

Tools

Forklift

Inventory system

Material handling equipment

Job description

Pacific Plug & Liner was founded in October 1999 and is located on the beautiful California Central Coast with a climate ideal for plant and flower production. We have approximately 290,000 sq. ft. dedicated to growing young plants. Pacific Plug & Liner features a state-of-the-art production facility, ensuring consistent and superior quality.

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

$20.5 - $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]