Operator, Machine

ScottsMiracle-Gro•Orrville, OH

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator will be working at one of Scotts production plants mechanically combining raw materials to produce our finished product. The Operator must understand the mixing of active solution vessels, premixes & all raw material bases for products produced.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of one plus years of production plant experience is preferred.
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.

Responsibilities

Operate a computer controlled production system for multiple raw material ingredients that are processed in a mix room.
Solve daily operations problems with limited supervision.
Actively maintain good housekeeping standards in their assigned area
Complete daily job checklists & equipment checks/calibrations to maintain quality.
Maintain accurate records of raw materials, samples & equipment operations.
Operate a forklift to transport materials
Perform safety audits on equipment
All other duties as assigned
Set up machines at the beginning of shift to ensure proper working order
Perform testing procedures to ensure that machines work optimally during the production procedures
Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift
Feed information akin to speed, shapes and sizes through the machine set up box
Place parts in semi-automated machines
Calibrate machines at the beginning of each shift
Recalibrate machines at the end of each shift
Monitor machines during every procedure to ensure optimum running
Troubleshoot problems during machine operation
Ensure that regular and preventative maintenance procedures are carried out
Perform random tests to ensure accuracy
Perform safety checks on every machine
Ensure that machines are producing quality products by managing periodic checks on output
Ensure stocks of needed materials are ready and available at all times
Maintain activity logs/downtime sheets

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision coverage.
Fitness club reimbursement - $350/ Individual & $500/Family
Starting day one, 401K match (up to 7.5%)
Discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount).
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