Canner I

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery•Clements, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Canner I is responsible for shifting plant material into larger containers, including cans and boxes up to 24-inch size. This role supports nursery production by properly transplanting plants using established canning techniques while maintaining plant quality and ensuring plants are handled carefully throughout the process. Canners typically work as part of a canning crew assigned to a canning machine or canning process and help maintain clean, organized, and safe nursery operations.

Requirements

Ability to identify plant material and recognize plant quality standards.
Ability to follow direction and work effectively within a team environment.
Ability to handle plants carefully and maintain plant quality during transplanting.
Ability to communicate with Crew Leaders and other nursery staff.
Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable.
Must complete Form I-9 and participate in the E-Verify employment eligibility verification process.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a nursery, landscape, or agricultural environment.
Experience working with canning equipment or transplanting plants.

Responsibilities

Shift plant material into larger containers, including cans and boxes up to 24 inches.
Follow proper canning techniques for each plant variety to support healthy plant growth.
Identify plant material and ensure plants meet quality standards during the canning process.
Work as part of a canning crew assigned to a canning machine or canning process.
Utilize and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE) and company equipment.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of nursery grounds to ensure safe conditions for employees, customers, and vendors.
Ensure nursery stock is handled carefully, watered as needed, and kept free of weeds.
Place plants in designated areas after canning to support proper nursery organization and plant care.
Assist other nursery departments as needed.
Support general nursery operations and plant handling activities.