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Staging Staff

Watsonville, CA (PPL)

Pacific Plug & Liner was founded in October 1999 and is located on the beautiful California Central Coast with a climate ideal for plant and flower production. We have approximately 290,000 sq. ft. dedicated to growing young plants.  Pacific Plug & Liner features a state-of-the-art production facility, ensuring consistent and superior quality. 

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JOB SUMMARY

Arrange selected trays of plants onto racks, pallets or boxes as per orders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Verify plant counts prior to packing
  • Add netting to trays shipping in boxes to preserve plant integrity.
  • Use inserts, boxes, pallet shelves, racks as instructed by supervisor.
  • Safely operate air tools such as box stapler
  • Position empty racks in a designated area in preparation for plant placement (adjustment of shelves)
  • Contribute to maintaining or exceeding established staging trays per hour rate
  • Move flats of plants from tables onto designated racks
  • Monitor quality of plants as staged onto racks or boxes
  • Push or pull empty or full racks of plants on to trailers
  • Check for missing plant cells or poor quality and report to supervisor
  • Use handheld scanner and/or computer as required
  • Keeping work area clean and organized
  • Operate heavy equipment (such as a pallet jack) to move racks
  • Participate in weekly 6s activities

COMPETENCIES

  • Attention to Detail – Ability to accurately track and record inventory levels; identify discrepancies, and ensure data integrity.
  • Organizational Skills - Efficiently manage and categorize inventory items.
  • Analytical Skills:- Ability to analyze inventory data to identify trends, forecast needs, and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Communication Skills:- Ability to report issues, provide updates, and coordinate with others to resolve inventory-related matters.
  • Technical Proficiency:- ability to use barcode scanners, inventory tracking systems, and other relevant tools.
  • Time Management:- Balance multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
  • Team Collaboration: - Coordinate with other departments to align inventory management with overall greenhouse operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma
  • Experience with MS Office Suite
  • Experience in greenhouse or nursery environment preferred
  • Plant knowledge preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Work long hours as needed during the busy season, including weekends.
  • Work in both an office and warehouse environment.
  • Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.

PAY RANGE

$17.25 - $17.75 per hour

  • $17-$18.50 Per Hour
  • $24-$26
MORE THAN A JOB

Smith Gardens is in the Top 10 Privately Owned Companies in Whatcom County. Our business is growing, so you can find career opportunities that match your goals and fuel your passion. Plus, we promote from within every chance we get!

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Smith Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion,transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. To make this request please email humanresources@smithgardens.com

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