Job Description
Position Title: Inventory Specialist
Reports to: Inventory Manager
Exemption Status: Hourly, Non-exempt
Grower Direct Farms is a family-owned and operated wholesale greenhouse located in Somers, Connecticut. Founded in 1981 with one acre of greenhouse, we’ve steadily grown to become one of the largest greenhouses in the Northeast. Our growth is built upon a singular foundation – our unrelenting commitment to the home gardener’s success. We are passionate about providing gardeners with plants that look great and perform well in every yard. Grower Direct Farms is looking to grow our Inventory team!
About the job:
Do you have a knack for precision? Attention to detail isn't just a skill—it's your superpower! Your eagle-eyed focus will be the key to success in this role, ensuring accuracy in every label and every count. This role offers you the freedom to excel independently while fostering your excellent communication skills. It's a blend of hands-on action, methodical organization, and the satisfaction of contributing to a thriving greenhouse environment! This is a physically active job that is primarily done in our climate-controlled greenhouse. If this sounds like a good fit and you’d like to learn more, we encourage you to apply today! Visit our website at www.growerdirectfarms.com to learn more about us!
Here's what you bring to the table:
- Able to walk, stand, push, pull for extended periods of time.
- Lift up to 20-30 pounds
- Access to reliable transportation
- Comfortable working independently
- Good communication skills
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Essential Functions:
- Operate greenhouse machinery (pallet jacks, label equipment)
- Follow instructions related to inventory label orders.
- Use tablets and enterprise software to track and report inventory changes.
- Communicate with sales team about product readiness.
- Contribute to weekly shipping strategy.
- Manage inventory levels of key items in our warehouse.
- Watch and report on the progress of live plant products development.
What We Offer:
We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and 401(k) with an employer match. Please note that applicable waiting periods will apply. We offer a competitive hourly wage along with vacation time and discounts on our product!
Notice
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. We are a Drug Free Workplace. EEOC/M/F/D/V