Maintenance Technician

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 69,902,000 - 94,572,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Wellness reimbursement

Fertility support

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Maintenance Technician for its Avondale, PA plant. The role involves operating a computer controlled production system, setup and calibration of machines, safety checks, and maintaining daily logs for quality control.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of production plant experience. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required; lifting up to 50 pounds and working in dusty environments are expected.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate a computer controlled production system for multiple raw material ingredients that are processed in a mix room.
• Complete daily job checklists & equipment checks/calibrations to maintain quality.
• Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift.
• Calibrate machines at the beginning of each shift and recalibrate at the end of each shift.
• Troubleshoot problems during machine operation.
• Perform safety audits on equipment.

Skills

Reading English

Attention to detail

Lifting 50 pounds

Climb ladders

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Maintenance TechnicianApply: Avondale, PA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R26483Here 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 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: 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 and 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 The perfect person will have: 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* 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