Company Introduction

“WE BUILD TRUST WITH FARMERS AROUND THE WORLD BY SUPPORTING THEM TO SUSTAINABLY IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND FLAVOR OF THEIR PRODUCTION.”

HM.CLAUSE is a Business Unit of Limagrain, an international agricultural co-operative founded and managed by farmers. HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world market to the farmer's market, we collaborate with our customers to deliver successful solutions for the agricultural challenges of today and produce the highest quality vegetable seeds for the future. Our global team of experts and state-of-the-art research facilities enable us to work side-by-side with growers to provide the most regionally relevant and reliable vegetable seeds available.

If our mission resonates with your passion, we look forward to your application. 

Job description

You will be a great fit if you have experience similar to: 

•    Assist in keeping warehouse a clean and safe environment.
•    Operate equipment and follow processes to complete tasks efficiently and effectively. 
•    Participate in the general warehouse annual inventory.
•    Adhere to all established plant procedures (Safety, Quality, HR, etc.).
•    Responsible for product quality assessments and adherence to product specifications.
•    All seed picked and transported to specified area is identified accurately and checked against production order. Fill all orders per production order instructions.
•    Ensure all clean-downs and changeovers are done correctly to eliminate any product mixture.
•    Manage and use chemicals and hazardous materials responsibly for seed treatment, following all safety guidelines.
•    Work on various equipment for seed cleaning, sizing, treating and packaging. 
•    Manage and maintain machine and chemical log books for the complete traceability of the product.
•    Execute sampling procedures per established requirements to maintain company quality standards.
•    Ensure product identification throughout the process with double checks (two sets of initials)
•    Print and accurately complete all necessary information to fulfill work orders.
•    Prepare seed for shipping and receiving.
•    Implement preventive maintenance for plant equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Quality Inspection
•    Maintain integrity and accuracy in data entry and JDE or STARLIMS transactions.
•    Execute sampling procedures per established requirements to maintain company quality standards.
•    Responsible for product quality assessments and adherence to product specifications.

What we expect of you

To be considered, you will need: 

•    High School Diploma, or equivalent experience
•    2-5 years’ experience in manufacturing and/or agricultural operations 
•    Multi skill – Demonstrate knowledge of process and equipment on one or more departments, along with standard operating procedures and certifications (QAC, and others as needed/required by department)
•    Must be able to drive a forklift and be able to be forklift certified 

Your benefits and working environment

The rewards of working here: You join an expert team of innovators and creators that collaborate with farmers around the world to sustainably enhance the taste and quality of healthy food. Our goal is to form teams that inspire and learn from each other as they work to elevate our products from seed to table. We recognize our employees as our most valued resource and work to create an atmosphere that is supportive, healthy, and progressive. We promote an environment of wellness and well-being and hybrid schedules when it is appropriate for the position. It is an important and expanding piece of our local and global mission for Diversity & Inclusion programs and support groups in the corporate world.  

HM.CLAUSE offers a strong compensation and benefits package to its employees:
•    Competitive salary
o    This position’s range is $18 - $21/hr
Our total compensation and pay ranges reflect our market pay structures.  As such, individual salaries or hourly rates are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: local geographical market conditions, internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as job related skills, education, and experience.
•    Comprehensive Benefits Choices
o    Medical, Dental, Vision
•    Work/Life Balance
o    12 Paid Holidays per year
o    +1 Floating Holiday per year
o    Paid shutdown holidays
o     Progressive time off starting at 80-vacation hours
•    Company Covered Benefits
o    Company paid Life Insurance, Long Term Care, Long and Short-Term Disability
•    Wellness Benefits
o    Family EAP, Telehealth and Mental Wellness Services
•    Internal Career Progression
o    Learning Environment
o    Promotions from within
o    Paid Annual Training
o    Tuition Reimbursement
•    Welcoming Environment
o    Business casual attire; open door policy
•    Financial Wellness
o    401(k) dollar for dollar Employer matching
o    Additional Employer 401(k) Contribution per paycheck
o    Traditional and Roth (401k) plans options
o    Company Profit sharing in December
•    Family Benefits
o    Maternity and Paternity paid time off
o    Fertility and Infertility benefits
o    Low family medical deductibles

We are a company with a supportive culture and leadership.  We encourage you to be part of our journey to enhance the world’s food supply and support the farmers that grow them.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Plant Operator role requires regular use of hands and fingers for handling equipment and performing tasks, as well as effective communication through talking and hearing. The position involves frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms, with occasional needs to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The role requires frequent lifting and/or moving of items up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities needed include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to ensure accuracy and safety.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be driving cars, trucks, forklifts, or other equipment. This position will be exposed to warehouse and outdoor weather conditions.  The employee may need to walk on uneven ground, work near equipment or machinery, work in a dusty environment, and may be exposed to vibration or constant movement. The noise level that is typical of this work environment is loud.