Material Handler - Hands-On, Any-Shift Schedule

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plan

Wellness reimbursement program

Fertility/adoption assistance

Paid family leave

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Material Handler to support our Medway, ME facility. This hourly role offers weekly pay and begins at $18.05 per hour, with potential shift differential and overtime.

You will move materials, operate hand tools, and help maintain a clean, safe work area in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stacking inventory, securing loads for transport, and assisting with simple repairs as needed.

Qualifications

• Willing to work any shift schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Able to perform physical tasks for extended periods, including heavy lifting (≥50 lbs).
• Able to work in a dusty environment and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials within plant or yard using hand tools and equipment.
• Open containers with hand tools as needed and prepare materials for shipment or processing.
• Load materials onto pallets and secure for transport; use hand truck, dolly, or crane as needed.
• Keep work area clean; perform simple adjustments or repairs to conveyors or equipment.
• Assemble crates or containment for products using basic tools and precut lumber.
• Support machine operators by ensuring a steady flow of materials and proper storage.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Team player

Tools

Steel cutters

Crowbar

Claw hammer

Hand truck

Electric dolly

Wheelbarrow

Crane/hoist

Job description

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Material Handler to support our Medway, ME facility. This hourly role offers weekly pay and begins at $18.05 per hour, with potential shift differential and overtime.

You will move materials, operate hand tools, and help maintain a clean, safe work area in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stacking inventory, securing loads for transport, and assisting with simple repairs as needed.