Fresh Flower Selector

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Omaha, NE

About The Position

The Fresh Flower Selector selects orders from pick tickets and work orders in the fresh flower refrigerated area. The role requires a self-motivated, organized, and accurate person who is willing to assist with customer needs. Duties may evolve based on business needs. Operations run seven days a week; the specific schedule will be discussed during the interview and may adjust with business fluctuations and holidays. The position works in a refrigerated setting, typically 36º to 42º F, with frequent noise and continual exposure to temperature changes. The role has daily contact with employees, customers, and the general public, and provides access to confidential pricing information. Training will be provided for the SBT software.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Customer-service orientation and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to use menu-driven programs, a mouse, a 10-key keypad, and an alphanumeric keyboard.
Ability to read and follow MSDS information on products.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
Ability to carry out detailed written and verbal instructions.
Ability to file, post, sort, and organize materials and paperwork.
Ability to work in a refrigerated environment.
Ability to perform light to moderate work, including frequently lifting or exerting 10–50 pounds.
Required visual abilities include clarity at all distances, color and peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of fresh flowers.

Responsibilities

Select orders from pick tickets and work orders.
Rotate fresh flower products daily.
Perform general quality control on fresh flower products and report issues to the Cut Flower Buyer.
Check in trucks and place fresh flower products in the appropriate cooler locations.
Assist with weekly inventory counts of fresh flower products.
Handle packaging materials and follow proper care and handling for fresh flowers.
Clean the cooler and maintain a neat work area.
Help create a friendly work environment.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.
Assist in the packing area as needed, including packing orders and strapping and labeling boxes for delivery routes.
Process fresh flowers by cutting them and placing them into holding solution.
Clean containers and equipment used in fresh flower processing.
Perform other duties as assigned.