Seasonal Production Associate - 2nd Shift

ScottsMiracle-Gro • Marysville, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Scotts Miracle-Gro is hiring a Seasonal Production Associate at its Marysville Manufacturing Plant in Marysville, Ohio. The role supports production and packaging of lawn fertilizer products in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment that prioritizes efficiency, collaboration, safety, and quality. The stated start date is November 16, 2026. The position is seasonal, with potential advancement to permanent full-time employment.

This active, hands-on role involves working on production lines and safely operating material-handling equipment, including forklifts. Production shifts generally run 8 to 12 hours per day; the listed second-shift schedule is 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays, is required. During the October-through-March peak season, associates should expect to work one to two weekends per month.

The posting gives an hourly rate of $21.00–$21.00 in its opening pay statement, while its detailed compensation section lists $22.00 per hour for second- and third-shift work. Overtime after 40 hours is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate, and Sunday shifts are paid at twice the regular rate. Seasonal benefits include a company-matched 401(k), eligibility for up to 12 scheduled paid holidays, the ability to earn one unpaid day off per month of service, access to the company pool and fitness center, and eligibility for the company stock purchase plan. Seasonal associates may have a pathway to full-time employment; the posting says 35 seasonal associates were promoted to permanent full-time roles the previous year.

Requirements

• At least one year of production plant experience is preferred but not required.
• Forklift operation experience is preferred but not required; training is available.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Dependability and a safety-focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-driven environment.
• Successfully pass a background check and drug screening before the first day of work.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing multiple flights of stairs, and standing or moving on the production floor.

Nice To Haves

• Production plant experience.
• Forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on production lines to manufacture and package fertilizer products.
• Safely operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts.
• Follow standard operating procedures and meet daily safety and quality standards.
• Perform active, physical work, including standing, climbing stairs, getting on and off equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Work in indoor manufacturing environments that may be hot, cold, or humid.
• Work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays, as required.

Benefits

• Company-matched 401(k), available immediately.
• Eligibility for up to 12 scheduled paid holidays.
• Ability to earn one unpaid day off per month of service.
• Access to the company pool and fitness center.
• Eligibility for the company stock purchase plan.
• Potential advancement to permanent full-time employment. Full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA coverage; 11 paid vacation days; and 7 paid sick days.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed