Seasonal Operations Associate - Weekday Shift

Job Description

Job Description

 

Seasonal Operations Associate I – Day Shift

Position Summary

Johnny's is currently seeking a Seasonal Operations Associates I for our Weekday Shift. This position will primarily be worked in the Seed Packing department but may be required to cross-train in the Shipping/Warehouse department when business needs arise. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and have excellent organizational skills.

This is a seasonal business, so hours may change during peak times. The usual hours for the Weekday Shift are Monday through Friday, from 5:50 am to 2:20 pm. During the busiest period, overtime will be required.

Starting pay for the Weekday Shift is $17.51 per hour.

Seasonal Employee Benefits

This position is Seasonal and will end based on a season-end date or an agreed-upon end date. All seasonal employees who qualify will be eligible for an "End of Season Bonus" for up to $750.00!

During active employment at Johnny's, you would be eligible to receive an employee discount on Johnny's merchandise. This discount is subject to the terms and conditions in the Seasonal Employee Handbook.

Position Responsibilities

Seed Packing functions may include:

You will pack seed in commercial and consumer quantities using available manual and mechanical equipment. This role requires comfort working at a stationary workstation, performing repetitive tasks, and following established processes and detailed instructions. Basic computer skills and familiarity with converting ounces and pounds to grams are required. Additional responsibilities may include assembling kits and products and processing commercial bulk seed orders weighing 50–70 pounds.

Shipping, Warehouse and Inventory functions may include:

You will cross-train to perform a variety of Shipping, Warehouse, and Inventory functions. Responsibilities may include locating incoming materials in designated stockrooms; using inventory systems to find, move, and organize materials; and shrink-wrapping and labeling products. You may also assist with receiving activities, including sampling and labeling, and support cycle-counting activities by locating and weighing inventory. Additional duties include reporting problems or shortages to your supervisor or lead; supporting daily order fulfillment by gathering, verifying, packing, shipping, and stocking materials; using handheld devices to accurately pick and track inventory; preparing inventory for shipment; and performing other duties as needed.

 

You will have the desire to maintain a balanced work environment by working efficiently and accurately while keeping the workspace clean and safe.

Qualifications & Skills

• Punctuality and dependability are crucial for this role.
• The ability to perform simple mathematical functions is a key part of the production process.
• Accuracy and attention to detail are critical aspects of this role.
• Ability to work unsupervised as well as with a team.
• Working in a safe and effective manner is required.
• Able to maintain a positive work atmosphere by communicating positively and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Ability to comply with the company policies and procedures.
• Team focused and collaborative to achieve departmental and company goals.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to read, communicate, and work with numbers.
• Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift to 50 lbs. repetitively.
• Ability to climb stationary ladders.

Johnny's Selected Seeds was established in 1973 by our Founder, Rob Johnston, Jr. Today we are 100% Employee Owned . Johnny's mission is Helping families, friends, and communities to feed one another by providing superior seeds, tools, information, and service .

Johnny's is renowned for our exceptional customer service offering seeds, tools, supplies and information to direct-market growers and avid home gardeners. We source, breed, trial, and sell outstanding selected varieties of vegetables, cut flowers, herbs, and farm seed, as well as thoughtfully designed tools and equipment. We take pride in the wealth of information and depth of experience we offer our customer base, nationwide and globally.

If you are passionate about good, healthy food and would choose to work for a company with employee owners (FT) who are passionate about our mission and values, Johnny's may be the place for you!

Johnny's Selected Seeds is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.