Seasonal Associate I - Operations

Johnny's Selected Seeds • Winslow, ME

23h • $18 - $20

About The Position

Johnny's is currently hiring for Seasonal Associate I - Operations for all shifts. This role involves working in all operational departments and requires cross-training in Shipping, Warehouse, and Seed Packing to support business needs. The ideal candidate will be motivated and have excellent organizational skills.
This is a seasonal business, so scheduled working hours may vary during peak times. During the busiest period, it will be required to work two (2) overtime days per month, usually scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays.
AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
1ST SHIFT MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 5:50 am to 2:20 pm, Hourly Rate $17.51 per hour
2nd SHIFT MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, Hourly Rate $19.51 per hour (2nd Shift hourly rate includes $2.00/hr differential)

Seasonal Employee Benefits
These positions are Seasonal and will end based on a season-end date or an agreed-upon end date. All qualifying seasonal employees will be eligible for an "End of Season Bonus" of up to $750.00!
During your active employment at Johnny's, you will be eligible for an employee discount on Johnny's merchandise. This discount is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the Seasonal Employee Handbook.
Position Responsibilities
Seed Packing functions may include:
You will pack seed into both commercial and consumer sizes using various hand or mechanical tools available. Being comfortable working in a repetitive-process environment and able to follow detailed instructions are essential. Basic computer skills are required. Familiarity with converting ounces/pounds to grams is also necessary. Tasks include assembling kits and products, as well as processing bulk seed orders for commercial purposes, weighing between 50 and 70 pounds.

Shipping and Warehouse functions may include:
You will learn to perform various tasks in the Shipping and Warehouse departments. These tasks include locating incoming materials in different stockrooms, using inventory systems to find items, reorganizing materials, shrink-wrapping, and labeling. You may also need to assist the receiver with sampling, labeling, or receiving; support cycle counters by locating and weighing items. Additionally, you should report any issues or shortages to your supervisor or lead, support daily order shipments by gathering, checking, packing, shipping, stocking, and taking on other duties as needed. You will use handheld devices for accurate inventory picking and tracking, and prepare inventory for the shipping department.

You will have the desire to maintain a balanced work environment by working efficiently and accurately while keeping the workspace clean and safe.
If you are passionate about good, healthy food and would choose to work for a company with employee owners (FT) who are passionate about our mission and values, Johnny's may be the place for you!
Johnny's Selected Seeds is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

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 safely and effectively is required.
• Able to maintain a positive work atmosphere by communicating positively and professionally 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.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to sit or remain stationary for long periods of time.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Familiarity with converting ounces/pounds to grams is also necessary.

Responsibilities

• Pack seed into both commercial and consumer sizes using various hand or mechanical tools available.
• Comfortable working in a repetitive-process environment and able to follow detailed instructions.
• Assemble kits and products.
• Process bulk seed orders for commercial purposes, weighing between 50 and 70 pounds.
• Locate incoming materials in different stockrooms.
• Use inventory systems to find items.
• Reorganize materials, shrink-wrapping, and labeling.
• Assist the receiver with sampling, labeling, or receiving.
• Support cycle counters by locating and weighing items.
• Report any issues or shortages to your supervisor or lead.
• Support daily order shipments by gathering, checking, packing, shipping, stocking, and taking on other duties as needed.
• Use handheld devices for accurate inventory picking and tracking.
• Prepare inventory for the shipping department.
• Maintain a balanced work environment by working efficiently and accurately while keeping the workspace clean and safe.

Benefits

• All qualifying seasonal employees will be eligible for an "End of Season Bonus" of up to $750.00!
• During your active employment at Johnny's, you will be eligible for an employee discount on Johnny's merchandise.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed