Machine Operator

Scotts Miracle-Gro•Orrville, OH

56d•Onsite

About The Position

This hourly role follows the Scotts step pay progression scale and typically starts at $24.50 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location. The Machine Operator will be working at our mulch and soil production plant in Orrville, OH, and will be responsible for operating our bagging lines.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Able to identify all materials used, detail oriented, follow safe practices and procedures, ability to read English and or follow directions
Able to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/ rainy weather, lift 50 pounds, and be able to climb ladders and work on their feet for the entire day.
Willingness to work mandatory overtime including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one plus years of production plant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain mulch and soil bagging lines.
Operate a forklift to transport materials.
Actively maintain good housekeeping standards in their assigned area.
Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift.
Perform routine safety and quality checks.
Solve daily operations problems with limited supervision.
Maintain accurate records of raw materials, samples & equipment operations.
Support all plant operations, potentially including but not limited to operating a front-end loader for cutting sphagnum bales and pushing up bulk piles, operating a loader for making bulk mixes and loading hoppers, operating a dozer for yard maintenance, and hand packing cases on the small pack line.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision coverage.
LiveTotal Health Wellness Program with an opportunity to earn up to $600 annually for completing wellness activities.
Starting day one, 401K match (up to 7.5%) and discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount).
Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and Scotts Young Professionals.
Generous vacation day policy in addition to 13 holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
$600 annual wellness reimbursement program
Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family