Floral Production Designer

Kehoe Designs Inc • Chicago, IL

18d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

THE FLORAL PRODUCTION DESIGNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DESIGN AND PRODUCTION OF FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR EVENTS. THIS POSITION MAY WORK WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS TO ENSURE PRODUCTION OF EVENTS. THE FLORAL PRODUCTION DESIGNER REPORTS TO AND RECEIVES DIRECTION FROM THE FLORAL PRODUCTION MANAGER AND/OR FLORAL LEAD AND MAY RECEIVE DIRECTION FROM THE LEAD FLORAL DESIGNER OR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION.

Each employee works together to strive to create the best design company by improving communication, showing genuine care for each other and the company, focusing on delivering quality, and demonstrating professionalism through personal excellence, with a shared passion, dedication, and commitment to providing exceptional value to our clients.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in floral design/production (particularly in a creative or event décor industry).
• Comfortable designing within different floral styles such as: contemporary, organic, modern, ikebana, and classic.
• Proficient in designing lifted and low arrangements, bouquets, large scale installations, etc.
• Ability to repeat floral designs for production and identify quality of floral products.
• Ability to read and interpret floral formulas, and pull sheets.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels and work as a team.
• Outstanding interpersonal communications and conflict management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and good follow-up.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills.
• Familiarity with floral varieties, design mechanics, and proper packing methods is helpful.
• Ability to effectively use tools and equipment that includes: floral knives and cutters, transport equipment, hand tools. May be required to provide own tools.
• Ability to tolerate long work shifts and work flexible schedules to include evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel locally, and outside the city and state.
• Ability to stand, kneel, crouch, bend and reach during entire work shift.
• Must be able to stand for 6 or more hours.
• Ability to work with hands and arms during entire shift.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds or more, bend, push and pull carts over the course of the work shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders without accommodation.
• Ability to handle fragile items safely.
• Required to move between multiple locations throughout the workday.
• Must have 20/20 vision with correction.
• Must be able to tolerate cold, heat and humid conditions.
• Ability to tolerate moderate noise.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity in working with silk and dried product is helpful

Responsibilities

• Executes production of floral arrangements according to requirements, including following sample and floral formulas.
• Works on-site preparing floral décor and follows directions from Event Director.
• Follows the direction from the Floral Lead or Production Manager on any design changes throughout the process.
• Performs all cleaning duties for their work area and department as needed to ensure safety according to company standards. (i.e. floors, tables/workstations, sinks)
• Responsible for basic floral assembly tasks: including taping, wiring, wrapping, packing, foaming, prep work, and any other tasks needed for the project.
• Assists in problem-solving on-site and in-house when needed.
• Supports associate departments with tasks (i.e. Art, Faux Floral, Processing, and Holiday)
• Collaborates with team members to work efficiently and effectively within the time given, as well as upholding company standards.
• May perform other duties as required.
• Complies with all department and company safety guidelines, procedures, and rules.
• Mentors safe work practices to co-workers and team.
• Completes all safety training as directed and within established timelines.
• Communicates professionally with all people, internal and external, in a kind and respectful manner.
• Tracks and enters time to appropriate events and jobs in time and attendance system.
• Completes all Human Resources and Payroll tasks and notifications through the Employee Self Service Online Portal on a weekly basis, as directed and within established timelines.
• Assists in other departments as needed and directed.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options available full-time.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): In compliance with Illinois State Law.
• Training & Development: Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• Flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend availability.
• Safe and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed