Entry Level Packaging
About The Position
Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking Entry Level Packaging Operators to join their Liquids Manufacturing team in Ft. Madison, IA. As a core member of the liquids manufacturing operation, you will control automated liquid bottle filling machinery and feed components onto assembly conveyors and other equipment. This role is ideal for individuals seeking a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Scotts Miracle-Gro is committed to the health, safety, and financial wellness of its associates, implementing enhanced safety and sanitation measures, including temporary premium pay during uncertain times.
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED preferred.
- Understanding of basic math skills.
- Ability to follow directions provided in verbal or non-verbal format.
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn and perform multiple tasks.
- Must be a team player and promote teamwork amongst production lines, departments, and shifts.
- Available to work any shift and overtime as needed.
- 1 year experience as a machine operator, production operator, or equivalent position in a high-speed manufacturing environment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to plant safety rules and programs, including performing audits, submitting safety suggestions, and participating in safety rotation of jobs.
- Feed components onto assembly conveyors, into hoppers, machinery, or other devices to maintain continuous production.
- Replenish and unload components such as corrugated cardboard, glue, plastic wrap, pumps, inserts, bottles, caps, labels, sprayers, etc., ensuring no breaks in the production assembly process.
- Manually assemble/install various liquid packaging component parts including sprayers, caps, box dividers, cases, and display units.
- Effectively communicate and relay information to peers and supervisors regarding the performance of the production line, including assembly, operation, and overall efficiency.
- Continuously identify methods, procedural changes, or equipment modifications to improve line output and efficiencies and communicate these findings appropriately.
- Perform various manufacturing inspection protocols to ensure plant quality standards on liquid packaging products and display units.
- Interpret and understand quality verification processes.
- Adapt to changes in job tasks and locations efficiently.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Temporary Premium Pay
- Heightened safety and sanitation practices
- Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- Fitness Club Reimbursement ($350)
- Nutrition reimbursement program (up to $200 per associate and per spouse)
- 401K match (up to 7.5%) from the first day of hire
- Discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount)
- Four employee resource groups: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and Scotts Young Professionals
- 12 SMG paid holiday days
- Generous vacation policy
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
