Greenhouse Associate

Position Overview

Starting $18.51/hr

We are seeking a dedicated Greenhouse Associate to join our team in Zeeland, MI. The ideal candidate will consistently meet productivity standards while maintaining accuracy and quality in all tasks. This role involves hands-on work with plants and production line activities in a greenhouse environment.

• Utilize handheld scanners to track products as they come off the production line.
• Support team members working with trays of plants.
• Inspect plant trays for quality and consistency as they come off the production line.
• Sort plants by size and maintain plant health and appearance by removing spent flowers and dead foliage.
• Participate in production line activities, including planting cuttings and tissue culture material in soil as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Coursework or certification in horticulture or related field preferred.

• Previous experience working in a greenhouse, nursery, or similar environment is highly desirable.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of plant care and horticultural practices.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and work in varying weather conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate basic greenhouse equipment and tools.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills for record keeping and inventory management.
• Ability to count accurately and read and operate a handheld scanner proficiently.
• Tolerance for dirt and soil, as the position is located in a greenhouse environment.
• Ability to speak English is required;
  Spanish language skills are beneficial but not required.

• Work is primarily performed in a greenhouse setting, with exposure to varying temperatures and humidity levels.
• Must be able to stand, walk, twist, bend, and lift (up to 20 lbs) for extended periods.