Seed Warehouse Specialist - Forklift & Inventory

Heritage Cooperative; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Heritage Cooperative is seeking a Seed Warehouse Associate in Mechanicsburg, OH to join our team full-time. You will receive, unload, and store seed products, operate seed handling equipment, and fulfill customer orders with accuracy and speed.

The role requires a safety-first mindset, effective communication with coworkers and customers, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions in an agricultural setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts, loaders, conveyors, seed handling equipment, and other warehouse machinery.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
• Ability to accurately complete required records, reports, and documentation.
• Ability to safely handle and move seed products and other materials.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, drivers, vendors, and branch personnel.
• Ability to maintain a professional, positive, and customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions and a physically demanding agricultural environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with company safety and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide Superior Customer Service.
• Receive, unload, move, sort, and properly store seed products within the warehouse.
• Operate seed receiving systems, conveyors, augers, and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate seed treating equipment and bulk seed facility systems according to established procedures.
• Accurately fulfill customer seed orders in a timely manner, ensuring the correct products and quantities are prepared for delivery or pickup.
• Sort and organize seed in the warehouse to maintain accurate inventory and efficient product movement.
• Load and unload trucks and other vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Deliver seed to Heritage Cooperative branch locations and other designated locations as needed.
• Assist with maintaining accurate inventory and product records.
• Complete required records, reports, tickets, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform routine cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance of warehouse, seed handling, and plant equipment.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on plant equipment to maximize operating efficiency and extend the useful life of fixed assets.
• Identify and report equipment problems, safety concerns, or facility maintenance needs to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain equipment, work areas, and facilities in a neat, clean, safe, and environmentally responsible condition.
• Follow proper procedures for seed handling, storage, treatment, and transportation.
• Exhibit a professional, energetic, courteous, and helpful attitude in all interactions with customers, coworkers, vendors, and branch personnel.
• Operate forklifts, loaders, and other material-handling equipment as trained and authorized.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Seed handling equipment

Record keeping

Communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Loaders

Conveyors

Augers

Seed treaters

Warehouse equipment

Job description

Heritage Cooperative is seeking a Seed Warehouse Associate in Mechanicsburg, OH to join our team full-time. You will receive, unload, and store seed products, operate seed handling equipment, and fulfill customer orders with accuracy and speed.

The role requires a safety-first mindset, effective communication with coworkers and customers, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions in an agricultural setting.