What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Greenhouse Fulfillment Technician position at MNL?
Position Overview:
MNL is a full-service ecological restoration company. We provide decades of experience, knowledge, industry leadership and a variety of services. Our services range from backyard native seeding to large-scale restoration, bioengineering and everything in between.
MNL's Greenhouse division is proud to have produced and provided millions of native perennials to be introduced into local ecosystems. On an annual basis, our passionate team will seed, grow, and distribute 200 species, each of which fit a unique and valuable niche in developing habitats. A position as Greenhouse Technician at MNL will provide hands on experience in the production and distribution of native plants, while working in an outdoor and greenhouse setting, alongside a supportive team of native plant enthusiasts.
Seasonal positions run from April to September, with staggering start and end dates in accommodation for applicants available only through summer months. Though it is necessary to maintain a regular work schedule, applicants may enjoy defining their set schedule so as to accommodate other obligations. There is availability for Part Time, Full Time, and potentially overtime for those interested. Please provide preference for seasonality and scheduling in application. Weekend availability is encouraged and may be prioritized.
There are multiple positions available for Seasonal work including both Greenhouse Fulfillment Technician and Greenhouse Production Technician. Applicants are encouraged to apply for any and all positions of interest.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Order Fulfillment: Assemble orders to meet customer needs and landscape designs while applying final details to a curated selection of greenhouse grown native plants
- Assemble customer orders with a high degree of accuracy and keen attention to detail
- Prioritize quality control while focusing on dynamic variables and objectives
- Work in fast paced, mobile workspace while collecting, tidying, and arranging plants and materials
- Assist with shipping and packaging in assembly line fashion
- Troubleshoot and make decisions regarding product variability when necessary
- Take pride in providing public with quality native plants, grown with care
- Occasional Plant production: seeding, transplanting, watering, trimming, and plant health monitoring
- Occasional Greenhouse infrastructure: assisting with facilities upkeep and maintenance
- Occasional Seed production and Field maintenance: field planting, weed mitigation, seed collecting, seed processing
Required Qualifications:
- Experience working in horticulture, landscaping, agriculture, construction, or other trades preferred
- Interest in native plants and ecosystems
- Ability to follow direction, work individually and work within a team
- Ability to perform physical labor and work in adverse weather conditions
- Valid driver's license and means of transportation
- Ability to maintain regular work schedule
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Prolonged periods of time standing
- Prolonged periods of moving/lifting/transporting inventory
- Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, reach
- Must be able to work in greenhouse conditions, as well as in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of this job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all requirements for this position, nor does it constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. It is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
