Associate I - Seed Packing Operations - 1st Shift

Johnny's Selected Seeds•Winslow, ME

3d•$18

About The Position

Johnny's is seeking a Full-Time Operations Associates I for our Day Shift. This position will primarily involve working in the Seed Packing department but will be required to cross-train and work in the Shipping, Warehouse, and Inventory departments as needed. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and has excellent organizational skills. Standard hours for Day Shift are Monday through Friday, 5:50 am -2:20 pm. Overtime may be required depending on production needs. Starting pay for Day Shift is $17.51 per hour.

Requirements

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 in a positive and professional manner with internal and external customers.
Ability to comply with the company policies and procedures.
Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
Team focused and collaborative to achieve departmental and company goals.
Ability to read, communicate, and work with numbers.
Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift to 50 lbs. repetitively.
Ability to climb stationary ladders.

Responsibilities

Pack seed into commercial and consumer sizes using various hand or mechanical means available.
Being comfortable working in a repetitive process environment and the ability to follow processes and detailed instructions are essential.
Basic computer skills are necessary.
Familiarity with conversions of ounces/pounds into grams is required.
Tasks could also include assembling kits and products and processing bulk seed orders for commercial purposes weighing between 50-70 pounds.
Perform various tasks in the Shipping and Warehouse functions.
Tasks include locating incoming material in different stockrooms, finding material using inventory systems, rearranging material, shrink-wrapping, and labeling.
Assist the receiver with sampling, labeling, or receiving; support cycle counters with locating and weighing.
Report any problems or shortages to your supervisor or Lead, support daily order shipments by gathering, checking, packing, shipping, stocking, and performing other duties as needed.
Use handheld units for accurate inventory picking and tracking and prepare inventory for the shipping department.
Maintain a balanced work area by working quickly and accurately while keeping the work environment clean and safe.