Maintenance Technician

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Avondale (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness reimbursement

Fertility assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is hiring a Machine Operator in Pennsylvania. The role involves mechanically combining raw materials, controlling a production system, and performing daily checks to ensure quality.

You will manage material stocks, operate forklifts, and maintain safety and housekeeping standards on the line. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 1+ years of production plant experience, with the ability to read English and follow directions.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of production plant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to mix raw materials and produce finished products.
• Understand mixing of active solution vessels, premixes and raw materials bases.
• Operate a computer controlled production system for multiple raw material ingredients.
• Perform daily operations with limited supervision and maintain logs.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety checks at the work area.
• Operate a forklift to transport materials and perform safety audits.

Skills

English reading

Lifting 50 lbs

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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 $28.70 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Typical work may include but is not limited to:

Responsibilities

• The Machine Operator will be working at one of Scotts production plants mechanically combining raw materials to produce our finished product.
• The Operator must understand the mixing of active solution vessels, premixes & all raw material bases for products produced.
• Operate a computer controlled production system for multiple raw material ingredients that are processed in a mix room.
• Solve daily operations problems with limited supervision.
• Actively maintain good housekeeping standards in their assigned area.
• Complete daily job checklists & equipment checks/calibrations to maintain quality.
• Maintain accurate records of raw materials, samples & equipment operations.
• Operate a forklift to transport materials.
• Perform safety audits on equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Set up machines at the beginning of shift to ensure proper working order.
• Perform testing procedures to ensure that machines work optimally during the production procedures.
• Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift.
• Feed information akin to speed, shapes & sizes through the machine set up box.
• Place parts in semi-automated machines.
• Calibrate machines at the beginning of each shift.
• Recalibrate machines at the end of each shift.
• Monitor machines during every procedure to ensure optimum running.
• Troubleshoot problems during machine operation.
• Ensure that regular and preventative maintenance procedures are carried out.
• Perform random tests to ensure accuracy.
• Perform safety checks on every machine.
• Ensure that machines are producing quality products by managing periodic checks on output.
• Ensure stocks of needed materials are ready and available at all times.
• Maintain activity logs/downtime sheets.

Requirements

• 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 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 $600.
• 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.

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