Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 24,548 - 34,963; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) company match

$600 annual wellness reimbursement

Time off for family support

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company is seeking a Machine Packaging Operator for the 3rd shift at Ft. Madison, IA, starting at $21.60 per hour. This role involves packaging liquid products and operating automated machinery in a fast-paced environment.

Successful candidates will have a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting. The company offers benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

A sign-on bonus of $500 is available for new hires.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a machine operator in manufacturing.
• Willingness to learn multiple machines or operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently package liquid products.
• Operate and tend automated machinery for bottling.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Team player

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Ability to follow directions

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 $21.60 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.

$500 SIGN ON BONUS!

Machine Packaging Operator at Ft. Madison, IA.

3rd Shift hours are M‑F, 10p-6:30am

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 production lines, departments and shifts.

What we do for you:

• 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.