Production Assistant

Who We Are:

Topiarius is a landscape design, build, and maintenance company. Since 2003, our mission has been to design, create, and maintain luxurious outdoor sanctuaries because we believe that people deserve to live beautifully outdoors. You can learn more about Topiarius at www.topiarius.com.  

The Role:

The Production Assistant is a full-time position that ensures our in-field teams are supported with clear access to all the materials and supplies needed to complete their projects, and that our building and yard are maintained effectively and efficiently. Daily activities include routinely organizing, receiving, entering materials into inventory, and cleaning/upkeep of all production areas. Under the leadership of the Production Manager, this position is focused on eliminating loss of materials both physically and financially and is responsible for overseeing the yard team.

What You Will Do:

Teamwork

• Follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Communicate daily with Production Team and Operations Crews about all work-related activity.
• Maintain a professional, helpful, and optimistic attitude when working with all Topiarius staff and clients.

 Receiving

• Receive and process all deliveries.
• Turn in invoices, receipts, and delivery confirmations daily to Production Manager.
  

 Pulling / Returns / Inventory

• Working with the Production Manager, pull / prep orders for crews on regular basis.
• Use inventory software/tech to process inventory.

 Organization – Supply Rooms and Production Area

• Keep all production areas organized.
• Educate staff to return unused items to a specific shelf/shelves.
• Adjust client cubicle name tags as needed.
• Keep all pathways clear of returned materials, trash, etc.
• Actively ask for guidance or help if different storage configurations are needed.

 Maintenance and Cleaning

• Daily process recyclables, empty trash, clean production sinks, and sweep production areas.
• Weekly dust and mop interior production areas.
• As assigned, clean and maintain interior and exterior facilities.
• As directed, provide proper horticultural care for all plant material in landscape yard.
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment.
• Make sure that production area hand tools, ladders, carts, etc. are returned when borrowed and always in the same place.

Additional Responsibilities

• Drive a vehicle (van, truck, box truck) and a Dingo with competence and common sense to procure and transport materials needed for installations.
• Transport materials and supplies to (and occasionally through) client homes with the utmost care.
• Shovel, plow, and/or snow blow in winter.
• Work appropriately with potentially hazardous chemicals, including but not limited to fertilizers and pesticides.
  
• Assist with seasonal display elements and production.

Who You Are:

You identify with our culture. Topiarius employees are expected to perform with honesty, integrity, and optimism. We enjoy our work and find it very satisfying and have a strong work ethic. We enjoy each other’s company and choose to work as a team and not a lone wolf. We take the details seriously; they are what allows us to stand apart from our competition. And follow through is in the fabric of all we do.

You aim for operational excellence. You are someone that doesn’t just show up to “phone†in the day. You are mature and professional. You arrive with a smile and early to get your day organized. You understand that clean and organized work areas, tools, and materials make your day successful. You understand that staying on top of paperwork daily is just how it is. You exude pride in all that you do but are humble enough to know when you need to ask for help.

You are curious and problem solve. While many of the day-to-day activities may be the same, you are eager to find solutions when “roadblocks†arise. And, you have the smarts to ask for help so that the work can be completed in a timely and efficient manner.

You enjoy working with a team. You understand that you are part of a larger team that works together to make sure crews are supported and resources are managed accurately. As a valuable team member, you also know that both sharing ideas and receiving them benefits everyone / company.

 Essential Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English.
• 1+ years of experience in the landscape/construction industry.
• Clean IL driver license.
• Able to count, add, subtract, multiply, divide for basic math.
  
• Able to read and write English for industry specific tasks.
• Able to lift and move up to 100 lbs. with appropriate tools.
• Able to handle details and instruction accurately.
• Have strong organizational skills and follow through.
• Personal commitment to Topiarius’ mission.
• Experience working with technology, such as cell phone apps.

Expected Activity and Movement:

• You will frequently lift, carry, or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to several hundred pounds using appropriate tools.
• You will typically bend, stoop, and crouch on a regular basis.
• You will constantly move about to work.
• You will regularly operate and clean equipment.
• You will climb stairs and occasionally ladders.

 Other Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to prepare items for seasonal displays and create floral arrangements.

What We Provide: 

Hours and Compensation:

• Monday – Friday, 6:30 – 3 p.m., overtime permitted based on seasonal workload.
• Hourly Pay $25- $30, commensurate with experience.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical and dental insurance plans.
• Vested retirement plan available after 1 year of employment & minimum 1000 hours worked.
• PayActive (for times when accessing your earned wages before you get your check is necessary).
• Complimentary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability plans. 

 To Apply: 

First, we highly suggest you visit Topiarius’ website (www.topiarius.com) to become familiar with our company. If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by uploading your resume. We will contact you if we are interested in scheduling an interview. Please refrain from phone calls.

 Please note:

• Topiarius is a non-union company.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a background check.
• All employees with driving responsibilities will have driving state driving records reviewed.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or other status protected by applicable law.
• NOTE: Nothing in this job description restricts the supervisor’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.