Seed Handler - Receiving

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY • West Chicago, IL

2d • $16 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Seed Handler on the Receiving team you receive, verify, record, and move incoming seed so it is accurately accounted for and available for production. You use SAP, check labels and calculations, inspect deliveries for damage or contamination, and communicate issues to the receiving team. Careful handling keeps valuable seed in the right location and gives production reliable material to work with.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand simple calculations used in receiving.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive dock deliveries and record incoming seed accurately so receiving work continues without avoidable delays.
• Use SAP to complete receiving functions and lab orders, including the calculations and records needed to process seed correctly.
• Check seed labels, double-check calculations, and verify that seed is separated and directed to the correct storage location.
• Follow quality-control measures and watch for tampering, contamination, or damage; photograph damaged material and communicate the issue to the team.
• Move seed to vaults and complete the tares/pouches process so material is available for production in a timely manner.
• Answer the dock door and communicate clearly with team members about deliveries, discrepancies, damage, and next steps.
• Check invoicing associated with received seed.
• Take samples and make storage or receiving adjustments as directed by the receiving process.

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