Production Assistant

Topiarius • Chicago, IL

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Topiarius is a landscape design, build, and maintenance company established in 2003, dedicated to creating and maintaining luxurious outdoor sanctuaries. The Production Assistant is a full-time seasonal role focused on operational excellence. This position involves ensuring material accuracy and quality control, maintaining the health of plant inventory, and keeping indoor and outdoor workspaces in excellent condition. Success in this role is measured by minimizing material loss, maintaining facility organization and cleanliness, and ensuring accurate and timely material preparation for the Operations team.

Requirements

• Experience within the landscaping or construction industry.
• Reliable transportation seven days a week.
• Basic English proficiency in verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer skills in areas such as email, chat, and other web-based applications.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Valid Illinois Driver License with clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with receiving, inventory management, or organizing stock.
• Familiarity with landscaping management software (e.g., Aspire).
• Current Forklift Certification or experience operating heavy machinery.
• Basic knowledge of small engine maintenance or experience troubleshooting power tools (mowers, blowers, trimmers).
• A background in OSHA safety standards or a current First Aid/CPR certification.
• A basic understanding of plant identification, soil types, or pruning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring material accuracy and quality control.
• Maintaining the health of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees.
• Keeping indoor and outdoor work spaces in 5-star condition.
• Watering, pruning, and caring for plant inventory.
• Operating a work vehicle to pick up from vendors and deliver materials to jobsites.
• Helping prepare materials, keeping the work area organized, and ensuring deliveries are accurate.
• Assisting with keeping outdoor and indoor facilities clean and organized, including utilizing a daily janitorial checklist for all work areas, bathrooms, and kitchen.
• Collaborating with the production team, following safety protocols, and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Occasionally working beyond typical hours as directed by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Up to 10 days of PTO in your first year.
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave.
• 4 major holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving).
• Comprehensive Medical (PPO, HSA, and HMO options) insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan (available after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked).
• Complimentary Life Insurance.
• Long-Term Disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees