Seed Handler II – Priming

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY • West Chicago, IL

9d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Ball Horticultural Company is seeking a customer-centric candidate to work in the Seed Priming department at Premier Lab. Ball is the largest flower seed breeder/producer and distributor in the world, providing outstanding products, best-in-class customer service, and reliable supply to professional growers around the globe.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• 1 or more years of experience working with seed or in a greenhouse preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills, ability to enter and maintain records in computer system.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate with internal customers, English-speaking/communication abilities required, bilingual a plus.
• MS Office and/or QBall experience preferred.
• Problem solving, attention to detail, organizational skills, teamwork, adaptability, and flexibility to work in multiple areas performing multiple tasks.
• Productive, high-quality output to meet customer expectations and internal metrics.
• Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Nice To Haves

• 1 or more years of experience working with seed or in a greenhouse preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate with internal customers, English-speaking/communication abilities required, bilingual a plus.
• MS Office and/or QBall experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the overall team to deliver best-in-class service.
• Perform all other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values.
• Adhere to all quality control measures and watch for signs of tampering and contamination.
• Participate in continuous improvement exercises and adapt to changing needs and requirements.
• Utilize technology systems and hand-counts for germination analysis.
• Participate in the priming process to ensure enhanced seed products are available to fill customer orders.
• Perform tasks to ensure consistent quality while maintaining deadlines.
• Work and collaborate directly with other employees inside and outside the department on shared objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
• 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance
• An onsite subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of renowned display gardens and restored natural areas
• Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees