Renee’s Garden is looking for great people to join their team in their Mead, CO warehouse. We are seeking a Full-time Machine Operator to work our mid-week shift from Wednesday thru Sunday to run our seed packing machine as well as other warehouse packing duties. Hours are 8-4. If you are interested in working in a friendly and casual environment, please reply with your resume, or a letter outlining your interest in working at Renee’s Garden.
About Renee’s Garden
Renee’s Garden is an established Garden to Table Seed Company with a warehouse in Mead, Colorado and sales office in Northern California. For over 25 years, we have been committed to the success of home gardeners by providing Non-GMO seed varieties include exciting and unusual choices of time-tested heirlooms, certified organic seeds, international hybrids and fine open-pollinated varieties. Renee’s Garden is a company run by gardeners, for new and experienced gardeners. We are dedicated to promoting and spreading the joy of gardening that connects us to each other and the earth.
Primary Role/ Responsibility
The position is responsible for operating the seed packing machines with accurate weights, seed types and general maintenance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for operating a seed packing machine
Responsible for high quality control including accurate seed selection, packet weights, and overall quality of the packets
Hand packing seed packets when required
General maintenance of the machines including cleaning, greasing, and oiling as needed.
Maintain accurate and orderly processes and records
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive actions during every shift
Use of ladders and scissor lifts
Understanding and use of scales
Basic computer skills
High attention to detail
Ability to follow directions
Adapts easily to rapidly changing requests, processes and procedures
Ability to troubleshoot
Performing in and maintaining a safe work environment
Ability to work independently and as a member of an established team
Direct Reports
None
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
Experience
Machine Operations and general knowledge of tools and machinery helpful but not required. Attention to detail a must !
Physical Demands/Office Environment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Warehouse environment that includes occasional loud noises
Ability to move throughout building including occasional use of stairs
Masks and gloves are provided for all employees
Closed toe shoes are required
FLSA Category
Hourly/Non-Exempt
Competitive compensation starting at $18.00 per hour based on experience
Working at Renee’s Garden
Renee’s Garden offers the following benefits for regular, full-time employees after the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment and an average of 32 hours or more per week.
Excellent benefit package including medical with Kaiser Permanente, and dental benefits with Delta Dental
A Safe-harbor 401(k) plan with eligibility to participate after 1 year of service and 1,000 hours of service
Paid breaks during work shifts
Vacation based on hours worked for full-time employees
11 paid holidays annually for both full and part-time employees
We are proud to be an EEO employer.