Assistant Foreperson - Shipping - Bailey Nurseries

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Assistant Foreperson

Department:  Shipping Minnesota Propagation

Reports To: Foreperson / Department Head

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:  This position plays a key role in the daily operations of the shipping department. This position works closely with the Shipping Foreperson to guide and motivate the shipping team, ensuring that all plants are prepared, packaged, and shipped accurately, safely, and with care. The ideal candidate leads by example—fostering a respectful, collaborative, and positive work environment.  The position involves organizing crews, monitoring and improving workflow, maintaining metrics and standards to help the team achieve its goals.   

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Shipping Foreperson in coordinating daily shipping schedules and priorities. 
• Supervise and train employees in proper handling, labeling and packing of plants.
• Ensure all orders (both internal and external) are accurately pulled, staged, loaded for delivery and proper paperwork, documentation and notifications are completed accurately.
• Communicate effectively with inventory, logistics team, and other internal ship points to ensure timely order fulfillment. 
• Inspect product before shipping to maintain quality standards and prevent damage.
• Ensure crew leaders have proper supplies/equipment and information needed for a safe and efficient workflow.
• Monitor process inputs/outputs to assure maximum productivity.  Tracking daily performance against metrics and benchmarks set by Foreperson. 
• Practice and enforce Bailey Nurseries company policies and safety protocols. 
• Be familiar with operating the necessary equipment needed in the process.  Including but not limited to pallet jacks, forklifts and golfcarts. 
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills and ability to read and complete documents, reports, and computer tasks in English, required.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to collaborate closely with a diverse, multicultural workforce; openness to learning about different cultures and languages is valued.
• Ability to assess tasks and suggest improvements to efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills. 
• Willingness and availability to work extended hours, including weekends during peak season, as required.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bilingual in Spanish and English, or willingness and aptitude to learn.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. The employee must regularly lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and wind. PPE may be required in certain work areas.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Bailey Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Employment with Bailey Nurseries is at-will and may be terminated at any time by either party, in accordance with applicable law.  If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team.

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