What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seed Handler - Plug Testing position at Ball Horticultural Company?

Job Type Full-time Description

is seeking a customer-centric candidate to work in the plug testing 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.

Responsibilities and Duties :

Work with 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.
Prepare soil flats and sow seed using machinery or by hand for germination testing.
Empty, clean, and sanitize soil flats to reuse for germination testing.
Maintain growth and mist chambers to provide the optimal growing environment for our testing environment.
Utilize technology systems and hand-counts for germination analysis.
Perform tasks to ensure consistent testing quality while maintaining deadlines.

Requirements

High school diploma / GED is required

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, bilingual capabilities a plus

MS Office experience preferred

Problem solving, attention to detail, organizational skills, teamwork, adaptability, and flexibility to work in multiple areas performing multiple tasks

Customer focus – productive, high-quality output to meet customer expectations and internal metrics

Situational adaptability – adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations

Collaboration – work directly with other employees inside and outside the department on shared objectives

Physical Requirements

Ability to Lift / Carry up to 40 Lbs. 10% of the day

Ability to Push / Pull up to 50 Lbs. 10% of the day

Ability to Sit / Stand up to 50% of the day

Kneeling / Bending up to 20% of the day

Ability to Reach above shoulder level up to 15% of the day

Ability to Climb / Balance up to 10% of the day

Ability to use Hands / Fingers up to 100%of the day

Salary Range : $16-$20 / hour

Hours : 6 : 00 a.m. – 2 : 30 p.m. subject to change based on seasonal requirements

Our Promise to You :

We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.

In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes :

Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance

401k / Profit Sharing Retirement Plan

Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs

An onsite subsidized café overlooking renowned display gardens and restored natural areas

Salary : $16 - $20

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