Floral Designer Eastern Floral & Gift Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Part-time From $15 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Interpersonal skills Customer service Company vehicle operation High school diploma or GED Driver's License Attention to detail Floral arrangement design Power tools Professional art or design Full Job Description Eastern Floral is seeking a part-time, experienced, and creative Floral Designer to join our talented team. The Designer is responsible for accurately fulfilling floral orders while maintaining established labor cost guidelines. The Designer has a strong foundation in floral design principles, color theory, and flower care. The Designer is responsible for creating visually stunning and innovative arrangements that reflect Eastern Floral's quality standards and exceed customer expectations, both for standard designs and custom orders. Key responsibilities include maintaining the freshness and quality of floral products, managing floral inventory, and supporting daily operations to achieve production goals. The Designer thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and brings a passion for creativity to every arrangement. Key Job Functions

• Design floral arrangements that creatively and effectively utilize color, floral materials, containers, and accent elements, while adhering to established design styles and cost guidelines
• Gain and apply a solid understanding of Eastern Floral's core flower varieties and design styles to accurately produce arrangements in line with company standards
• Practice proper floral handling techniques to ensure product longevity and quality
• Monitor and maintain floral inventory, ensuring supplies are stocked and flowers remain fresh and high-quality
• Consistently meet production benchmarks and quality standards
• Accurately interpret and fulfill client requests for custom floral designs
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Operations Experience and Qualifications Requirements
• High School Diploma required
• 2+ years of floral design or in-shop experience
• Proven experience as a floral designer
• Proficiency in floral design techniques and knowledge of different types of flowers and foliage
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who is highly creative, innovative and can work unsupervised for extended periods of time
• Maintain a positive, upbeat attitude while interacting with others
• Supportive team player, assist with creating an atmosphere to ensure operational success Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to walk, talk, manipulate hands and fingers, reach, lift, bend, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch as necessary
• Ability to operate power tools and motor vehicles safely
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include but are not limited to close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Valid Driver's License and insurable under company insurance plan
• Flexibility and willingness to work weekends, evenings and holidays as needed
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

; occasionally 35-100 lbs. with assistance The floral business is a dynamic and seasonal environment. In addition to the specific duties outlined above, all team members are expected to remain flexible and willing to assist in other areas of the shop as business needs arise, especially during peak floral holidays and high-volume seasons. Our shared commitment to teamwork ensures we deliver exceptional quality and service. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, types of work performed, and qualifications required of staff members assigned to this position. They are not intended or should be taken as an exhaustive list of tasks and responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel so classified. All indicated qualifications, duties and functions are essential job functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Eastern Floral is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of all individuals.

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person