What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Clerk/Material Handler position at BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Ball Horticultural Company is a leading breeder and distributor of flowers and vegetables around the globe. Located in the suburb of West Chicago (near Naperville and Geneva), our 60-acre property boasts 10 acres of display gardens. The gardens are primarily used as a sales and marketing tool but also provide a great relaxation opportunity for staff at the home office. Perennials, annuals, vegetables, roses, and shrubs are blooming from May through September. In this role, you will be perform material handling activities and maintain organized warehouse to support our seed enhancement laboratory.
Job Responsibilities
- Preparation of pelleting powder and vermiculite to established standards used for seed enhancement for greenhouse growers
- Mix powder formulations based on recipes to ensure consistent enhanced seed products for our customers
- Use a forklift to move and re-arrange pallets in warehouse for a safe and organized environment
- Maintain growth chambers and irrigation bars to ensure proper environment for inventory testing
- Use machinery to fill and wash soil flats for testing
- Move heavy bags of soil, vermiculite, and other products with some lifting at shoulder level or above
- Adhere to all quality control measures and watch for signs of tampering and contamination
- Provide support to various departments as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements :
Salary Range : $18-20 / hour
Hours :
6 : 00 a.m. – 2 : 30 p.m. subject to change based on seasonal requirements
Overtime may be required during peak season and may be short notice
Physical 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 :
Salary : $18 - $20
