Seed Handler - Receiving

Ball Horticultural Company; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,847,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, and long-term

401k/Profit Sharing

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Onsite café

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ball Horticultural Company in Chicago, IL is seeking a Seed Handler on the Receiving team to receive, verify, record, and move incoming seed so it is accurately accounted for and ready for production.

You will use SAP, check labels, inspect deliveries for damage, and communicate issues to the team. This role requires meticulous data entry, attention to detail, and basic forklift capability as a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand simple calculations used in receiving.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive dock deliveries and record incoming seed accurately so receiving work continues without avoidable delays.
• Use SAP to complete receiving functions and lab orders, including the calculations and records needed to process seed correctly.
• Check seed labels, double-check calculations, and verify that seed is separated and directed to the correct storage location.
• Follow quality-control measures and watch for tampering, contamination, or damage; photograph damaged material and communicate the issue to the team.
• Move seed to vaults and complete the tares/pouches process so material is available for production in a timely manner.
• Answer the dock door and communicate clearly with team members about deliveries, discrepancies, damage, and next steps.
• Check invoicing associated with received seed.
• Take samples and make storage or receiving adjustments as directed by the receiving process.

Skills

Reading simple calculations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Excel

Bilingual Spanish

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Description

As a Seed Handler on the Receiving team you receive, verify, record, and move incoming seed so it is accurately accounted for and available for production. You use SAP, check labels and calculations, inspect deliveries for damage or contamination, and communicate issues to the receiving team. Careful handling keeps valuable seed in the right location and gives production reliable material to work with.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities

• Receive dock deliveries and record incoming seed accurately so receiving work continues without avoidable delays.
• Use SAP to complete receiving functions and lab orders, including the calculations and records needed to process seed correctly.
• Check seed labels, double-check calculations, and verify that seed is separated and directed to the correct storage location.
• Follow quality-control measures and watch for tampering, contamination, or damage; photograph damaged material and communicate the issue to the team.
• Move seed to vaults and complete the tares/pouches process so material is available for production in a timely manner.
• Answer the dock door and communicate clearly with team members about deliveries, discrepancies, damage, and next steps.
• Check invoicing associated with received seed.
• Take samples and make storage or receiving adjustments as directed by the receiving process.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand simple calculations used in receiving.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Sit or stand 100% of the day, including standing for long periods.
• Use fingers and hands 100% of the day.
• Reach 25% of the day; reach includes lifting above shoulder.
• Push or pull up to 40 pounds.
• Lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a cold vault of 40 degrees for short periods of time.
• Bring winter clothes for cold-vault work; cut-off gloves are provided.
• Work in hot and/or cold conditions on the receiving dock.

Hourly Pay Range: $16 – 19 / hour

Our promise to you

We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.

In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:

• Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
• 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance
• An onsite subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of renowned display gardens and restored natural areas
• Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs