Seasonal Production Associate - 1st Shift

ScottsMiracle-Gro • Marysville, OH

12d

About The Position

Scotts Miracle-Gro is hiring a seasonal Production Associate. The role involves operating and monitoring production equipment, moving materials, maintaining workplace safety and housekeeping, and performing quality inspections on granular packaging products and display units. Associates may learn and operate multiple types of automated equipment and move between workstations as needed. The position pays $21.00 per hour, paid weekly.

Requirements

• Ability to drive a forklift.
• Ability to climb on and off required equipment and climb multiple flights of stairs; must meet man-lift requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and write English and/or follow instructions.
• Must pass the minimum fit-for-duty physical annually.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in dusty, hot, cold, or humid conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and remain on feet for 8–12 hours per day.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, and ability to make equipment-adjustment decisions to meet product specifications and quality requirements.
• Ability to work as a team player and promote teamwork across production lines, departments, and shifts.
• Position requires prolonged, repetitive movement, including standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, and using hands and arms dexterously.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of production plant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks on equipment before operating it.
• Carry out daily assignments as directed by the team Group Leader or Supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards in the assigned area.
• Safely operate a forklift to transport materials.
• Ensure required material stocks are ready and available.
• Learn multiple pieces of automated equipment and move between workstations as needed.
• Communicate production-line performance information to peers and supervisors, including information related to assembly, operation, and line performance.
• Perform manufacturing inspections to ensure plant quality standards for granular packaging products and display units.
• Follow plant safety rules and programs for personal safety and the safety of other associates.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED