Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 24,094 - 34,316; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) company match

Annual wellness reimbursement

Ability to purchase company stock at a discount

Family support programs

Job summary

Hawthorne Gardening Co. is seeking a Machine Packaging Operator for our Liquids Manufacturing Team in Ft. Madison, IA. This hourly role starts at $21.20 per hour, with a step pay progression and a $500 sign-on bonus. You will be responsible for operating packaging machines, ensuring production efficiency, and meeting safety standards.

The ideal candidate has some experience in a manufacturing environment and a high school diploma. We offer benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) match, and wellness reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a machine operator or production operator in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Ability to make decisions regarding equipment adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn multiple machines or operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform tasks associated with the packaging of liquid products.
• Operate various packaging machines on production lines.
• Effectively communicate performance information to peers and supervisors.

Skills

Machine operation

Basic math skills

Team player

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Machine Packaging Operator – Liquids Manufacturing Team – Ft. Madison, IA.

Hourly role with a step pay progression scale, starting at $21.20 per hour, paid weekly. $500 sign‑on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently perform tasks associated with the packaging of liquid products and operate various packaging machines on production lines.
• Adhere to plant safety rules and programs, including audits, safety suggestions, and participation in safety rotation of jobs.
• Operate and tend automated machinery that performs one or more liquid bottling packaging functions, assisting in meeting assembly line production schedules.
• Learn multiple pieces of automated equipment and flexibly move to different machinery daily.
• Feed components onto assembly conveyor, 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., avoiding breaks in production assembly process.
• Manually assemble/install various liquid packaging component parts, including sprayers, caps, box dividers, cases, display units, etc.
• Clean, lubricate, reassemble, install, troubleshoot and adjust assembly line equipment to meet yearly and daily maintenance requirements and complete frequent reconfiguration of assembly lines in preparation for changing product runs.
• Effectively communicate and relay information to peers and supervisors concerning the performance of the production line as it pertains to the assembly, operation and performance of the line.
• Continuously look for methods, procedural changes, or equipment modifications to improve line output and efficiencies and communicate appropriately.
• Perform various manufacturing inspection protocols to ensure plant quality standards on liquid packaging products and display units.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a machine operator, production operator or equivalent position in a high‑speed manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to make decisions regarding equipment adjustments to meet product specifications and quality conformity.
• Ability to follow directions provided in verbal or non‑verbal format.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn multiple machines or operations.
• Team player who promotes teamwork across production lines, departments and shifts.
• Available to work any shift and overtime as needed.

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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