SM Peat Moss Shed

South Mill Champs • Kennett Square, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires a capable candidate to prepare the peat moss for the growing houses. South Mill Champs has been a leader and innovator in the mushroom-growing industry for over 90 years, supplying over 140 million pounds of mushrooms across North America. The company is committed to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, serving retail, food service, wholesale, and processing partners. South Mill Champs believes in leading by example, embracing innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Their strategic pillars connect people, operations, community, and environmental practices to make a positive impact. As they continue to grow, they remain dedicated to providing exceptional mushrooms, nurturing strong partnerships, and creating an environment where employees can thrive.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Able to work independently with little supervision
• Able to take directions
• Available 6 days per week at 9 or more hours per day
• Must be able to drive a truck with standard transmission
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving history
• Always required to speak and comprehend English, Spanish or both.
• Always required to sit, stand or walk.
• Always required to see with or without corrective lenses.
• Frequently required to utilize fine motor coordination in hands and arms.
• Frequently required to lift up to 10 pounds; occasionally required to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally required to balance, stoop or crouch.
• Occasionally required to climb stairs.

Responsibilities

• Wash and secure peat moss building
• Keep area around the peat moss shed clean of debris
• Must maintain adequate supply of peat moss and lime
• Ability to monitor hours and days off efficiently
• Maintain and supply salt to the softeners
• Ensure CAC is available for the following business day
• Provides accountability and direction to Management for Company - Employee Interaction.
• Ability to train new employees
• Oversee the peat moss process
• Oversee all the peat moss personnel
• Ensure that all peat moss practices are followed at all times
• Monitor and evaluate performance of all peat moss staff under his / her supervision
• Ensure that follow up and / or discipline is implemented as per company policy
• Record water usage and bales for all mixers

Benefits

• competitive pay
• health and wellness coverage
• retirement savings options
• paid vacation
• sick time
• short term disability and life insurance
• employee discount program
• opportunities for growth and development within a supportive, team-oriented environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED