Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Machine Packaging Operator to join their dynamic Liquids Manufacturing team. This role is essential for the efficient operation of automated liquid bottling machinery, ensuring that production lines run smoothly and safely. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating mechanical aptitude and a strong commitment to teamwork. The company offers a supportive culture with a variety of benefits, including healthcare, a 401(k) match, and wellness programs. If you're ready to contribute to a vibrant manufacturing team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) company match

Wellness reimbursement program

Discounted company stock purchase

Fertility treatment support

Family leave up to 18 weeks

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to learn multiple machines and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain packaging machinery for liquid products.
• Perform inspections to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Machine Operation

Mechanical Aptitude

Basic Math Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma / GED

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. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

This hourly role follows the Scotts/Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at $21.20 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

We are looking for a Machine Packaging Operator who will join our Liquids Manufacturing team in Ft. Madison, IA.

Machine Packaging Operators are the core of our liquids manufacturing operation. They control automated liquid bottle filling machinery and feed components onto assembly conveyors and other equipment. If you’re looking for a fast paced, high energy environment, this could be the role for you!

What you’ll do in this role:

• The Packaging Machine Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently performing various tasks associated with the packaging of liquid products and operating various packaging machines on production lines.
• Adhere to plant safety rules and programs as it pertains to self and all other associates, including performing audits, safety suggestions, and participation in safety rotation of jobs.
• Operates and tends automated machinery that performs one or more liquid bottling packaging functions, to assist in meeting assembly line production schedules.
• Ability to learn multiple pieces of automated equipment and flexibility to 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 but not limited to 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 to 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.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• High School Diploma / 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, mechanical aptitude, ability to make decisions regarding equipment adjustments to meet product specifications and quality conformity.
• Ability to follow the directions provided in verbal or non-verbal format.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn multiple machines or operations.
• Must be a team player and promote teamwork amongst productions lines, departments and shifts.
• Available to work any shift and overtime as needed.

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.