Inventory Assistant

Who are We?

With a diverse and carefully curated product line, Meridian Young Plants has been providing exceptional starter plants to growers across the United States and Canada for nearly two decades. MYP Horticulture is a family operated nursery surrounded by majestic mountains and rural farm lands in Lynden, WA. From our humble
beginnings as a 5 acre blueberry farm, we have expanded significantly to over
400 combined acres of growing and propagation space. The experienced and
dedicated team at MYP welcomes you to come grow with us!

A Little About The Position
With the freedom and flexibility of working outdoors, our motivated Inventory and Production Team has an opening for an Inventory Assistant. As Inventory Assistant you will be working alongside the Inventory Controller reviewing crops for quality and accuracy. During peak season, you will be working with shipping and production crews when required. As this is the beginning stage of our product, the Inventory Team takes great pride in their work to ensure top quality product is grown and all daily tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner. This position seeks accomplishment-driven individuals who appreciate being physically active in a wide range of natural elements while increasing your love and knowledge of plants!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Inventory Controller with daily tasks and data entry
• Monitor crops for accuracy and quality
• Assist with receiving and grading plant orders
• Work closely with the Production, Sales and Shipping Teams
• Photograph plants and crops as requested

Skills

• Interest and or knowledge in the wonderful world of plants
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft, Google Drive/Docs and data entry
• Critical thinking, problem-solving and great attention to detail
• Self-driven, organized and team oriented
• Excellent verbal, written and phone communication skills
• Comprehensive math skills

Working Conditions

• Regular season working hours are 8:00am- 4:30pm
• A regular Monday-Friday schedule with occasional weekends/evenings
• during the peak season
• Seasonal exposure to weather including hot, cold, windy and/or wet

• During extreme weather events of summer and winter, such as heat

or smoke, snow or extreme cold, hours are reduced and or earlier start timesare implemented to protect employees from these harsh elements.policies in place at MYPBenefits

• Longer hours to be expected during peak season (March-May)
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• Adhere to and promote a safe and respectful workplace as per the

• Training opportunities, both in house and externally
• Flexible working hours during the offseason (Oct - Jan )
• Employee discount on our diverse plant material
• Competitive Health Care/Benefits after 3 months of employment
• A fun and encouraging environment with a
• team-focused atmosphere!
• Company Benefits package after three months

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17