Machine Operator

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision coverage

Wellness program up to $600 annually

401K match up to 7.5%

Stock purchase program (15% discount)

Generous vacation and 13 holidays

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Machine Operator at our Orrville, OH plant. You will operate mulch and soil bagging lines, run a forklift, and keep the area clean and organized. Daily tasks include safety checks, recording materials, and supporting various plant operations.

The role requires a high school diploma and physical stamina for shift work. Starting pay is $24.50 per hour, weekly pay, with overtime possibilities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• 1+ years production plant experience preferred.
• Ability to read English and follow directions; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mulch and soil bagging lines.
• Operate a forklift to transport materials.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area.
• Clean machines before and after each shift.
• Perform routine safety and quality checks.
• Solve daily operations problems with limited supervision.
• Maintain records of raw materials, samples and equipment operations.
• Support plant operations including loaders/dozers and packing lines.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Plant operations

Read English

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Loader operation

Dozer operation

Job description

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. 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.

What you’ll do in this role

• 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.

What you’ll need to be successful

• 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.

What we do for you (just to list a few cool ones)

• Offer extremely competitive benefits including: 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).
• Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes four employee resource groups: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and Scotts Young Professionals.
• Generous vacation day policy in addition to 13 holidays

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones)

• 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

* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity