At Greenwood Inc., we firmly believe that our people represent our most significant asset. Diversity and equal opportunity are valued principles within our organization. By joining the Greenwood Inc. team, you are embarking on a pathway of professional growth and becoming an integral part of a dynamic and innovative group.
Job Listings
Explore our diverse range of career opportunities that span across various companies, departments, and skill sets. Our job listings are updated regularly, so be sure to check back often to discover new openings that align with your professional goals and aspirations.
POSTED: 4/22/2024
Accounting Assistant
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISES: N/A
LOCATION: Greenwood, Inc.
Assist the controller of Greenwood Inc. by performing daily accounting functions, maintain accurate accounting record, and preparing financial reports.
- Post, balance and reconcile various general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
- Prepare monthly deposit and withdraw reports for Sunset Memorial Park merchandise trust.
- Direct the preparation of journal entries and coordinate month-end closing procedures, review accrual accounts for adequate balances, review trial balance and general ledger and prepare financial statements.
- Oversee the renewal process for general liability, workmen’s compensation and employment practice insurance. Provide updated insurance values in conjunction with Human Resources to the insurance carriers for renewals. Update the policies for any changes in assets that occur throughout the policy year. Coordinate any claims filed against the policies. Obtain all necessary information for the annual policy audits and review audit findings for accuracy.
- Prepare weekly journal entry to record payroll expense in accounting software. Print checks for other payroll deductions on a weekly/monthly basis.
- Generate sales tax returns and submit payment monthly for each company.
- Maintain and update the property and equipment schedule monthly. Verify that new property and equipment additions meet our capitalization policy.
- Enter production of inventory for Trigard Memorials. Add new inventory items and bill of materials to the accounting software for Trigard Memorials.
- Calculate commission payable weekly for Trigard memorials and either issue checks or credit customer’s accounts.
- Calculate royalty payments monthly and send report and payment to artist for Trigard Memorials
- Check intellectual property calendar for any needed trademark/patent renewals. Renew any intellectual property online. File required forms and submit payment. Record manual charge in bank reconciliation. Set reminder to follow up.
• Meet and greet the public, always displaying a courteous and professional manner. Answer telephones in a courteous and professional manner. Take accurate telephone messages and/or direct phone calls appropriately.
• Associate degree in Accounting or closely related field.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with customers in all types of situations.
• Excellent telephone and customer relations skills to present a professional image.
• Excellent organizational and trouble shooting skills to efficiently perform duties of position.
• Ability to successfully utilize computer and a variety of computer software.
• Must be detail orientated.
• Must be proficient with a variety of common office equipment including: personal computer, printer, calculator, typewriter, copy machine and fax machine
• Must be able to: sit for long periods of time, walk, talk, hear and lift objects up to 5 pounds.
• Must have clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
POSTED: 4/24/2024
MACHINE OPERATOR
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SUPERVISES: N/A
LOCATION: North or South Plant
Operate industrial thermoforming machines, producing quality product.
- Set up machines for productions of appropriate product, following start up procedures. Obtain appropriate mold from rack, plug machine and apply frames. Dial in parts to ensure product produced correctly.
- Operate thermoforming machine in a safe and efficient manner to produce product, with constant attention to product quality. Troubleshoot production problems, as required.
- Continually monitor quality of product produced, making any adjustments required.
- Read and understand blue prints and CAD drawings.
- Safely operate hand tools to trim parts or scrap as required.
- Maintain production levels as required.
- Complete and submit daily production report.
- Report materials discrepancies, equipment malfunction and unusual conditions to appropriate staff person.
- Perform other duties as required
- Safely operate forklift truck.
- Assist in training other staff members on safe and appropriate operation of machine.
- Program and operate thermwood machine in a safe and efficient manner to ensure product finished with constant attention to quality.
- Provide break relief to staff, operating the machine in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Perform assembly of products as required.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift.
- Ability to read and understand blue prints and CAD drawings.
- Basic math skills.
- Basic mechanical skills and/or aptitude.
- Ability to utilize a computer.
- Must be detailed oriented.
- Ability to work safely and adhere to safety rules.
- Various equipment including: forklift truck, tape measure, calculator, router screw, driver, drill, micrometer, saw, press, rivet gun, nail gun and tooler.
- Must be able to: talk, hear, stand, walk, sit lift up to 60 lbs., carry, push, balance, and utilize fingers for picking and pinching.
- Must have good depth perception in order to judge distance and space relationships, clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and at 20 feet or more and an excellent field of vision (can see up, down, left and right).
Career Benefits
Our employees are our biggest asset. You can enjoy:
- Competitive Compensation with Opportunities for Incentive and/or Bonus Pay
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Matching 401(k)
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Business Entity Discounts
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Weekly Pay
Join Our Family
See an opportunity that interests you and ready to take the next step? Complete and submit your application through our online employment application. Your career with Greenwood Inc. starts here.
Discover the incredible journey of Vue Xiong, a valued member of the Greenwood Inc. family for over 40 years.
From escaping war-torn Laos, Asia to navigating the rugged terrain of Thailand in pursuit of reuniting with his family, Vue’s story embodies the resilience of the human spirit.
Ultimately brought to Danville, Illinois thanks to a sponsorship from founder, “Big Jim” Darby, Vue stands as a testament to hard work and the strength of community. Click to find out more about how Vue not only secured a job, but also found a home with us at Greenwood Inc.
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Nadine Fries has been an integral part of Camino del Sol Funeral Chapel & Cremation Center since 2004. Her story is unique in that this is her second career, as she owned a restaurant before pursuing her dream of becoming a funeral director.
Every day, Nadine comes to work with the sole purpose of helping grieving families. She draws on her strength and compassion, along with the collaborative efforts of her teammates, to ensure that everything comes together harmoniously for those she serves.
Nadine’s journey is a testament to the power of pursuing one’s calling. Her unwavering dedication to the profession was celebrated in 2009 when she was honored as Arizona’s Funeral Director of the Year.
Rising Through the Ranks: Austin Buckley’s Inspiring Journey from Machine Operator to Director of Manufacturing at Greenwood Inc.”
Austin Buckley joined Greenwood Inc. in April 2019 as a machine operator. He quickly climbed the ranks, progressing from floor supervisor to plant manager, and now holds the position of Director of Manufacturing. Austin’s hands-on experience with the company’s manufacturing equipment has been instrumental in developing his decision-making skills. He attributes much of his success to the opportunities leadership provided, enabling him to learn various processes across different facilities.
A firm believer in empowering employees, Austin advocates for idea-sharing and internal promotions to foster a knowledgeable workforce. He always encourages new hires to openly embrace Greenwood’s Inc.’s family-like culture. Austin’s advice to potential candidates is: “You control your own destiny here; no doors are locked shut. You can be whatever you strive to be, as long as you put in the work.
HR Contact Information
Have questions about our job openings or the application process? Our Human Resources team is here to assist you. Feel free to reach out to our friendly HR professionals.
Tameka Johnson | Director of HR
humanresources@greenwoodincorporated.com
