Operator, Heavy Equipment (Intermediate)

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 27,844 - 39,657; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) match

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Hawthorne Gardening Co. in Channahon, IL, is seeking an Heavy Equipment Operator to support our mulch and soil production line. The role involves operating a loader and other heavy equipment to move and segregate material, ensuring a steady supply for production.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience with heavy equipment, can lift 50 pounds, and works well in dusty, outdoor environments. This is an hourly, full-time on-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years experience operating medium/heavy equipment.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work in dusty environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely to move materials.
• Maintain and secure equipment per policies and procedures.
• Supply production with a continuous flow of material.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment (loaders/dozers/graders)

Job description

## Operator, Heavy Equipment (Intermediate)Applylocations: Orrville, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26170Here 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 $24.50 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're looking for a **Heavy Equipment Operator** for our **Channahon, IL** mulch and soil manufacturing facility.The **Heavy Equipment Operator** prepares organic mixes using a heavy equipment loader, pushes or relocates piles to ensure segregation of materials. Supplies production with a continuous supply of material. Monitors the stock piles for excessive heat, turns stockpiles, extinguishes small fires and ensures the proper amount of water is used to prepare the stockpile for production use.**What you’ll do in this role:*** Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snowblowers and other pieces of equipment.* Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by management and company policies and procedures.* Other duties as assigned.**What you’ll need to be successful:*** Ability to work in a dusty, dirty environment.* Ability to work in all weather elements, including heat and cold.* Ability to lift 50 pounds.* Physical ability to climb in and out of equipment.* Ability to sit for long periods of time.* Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.* Qualifications for the position* Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.* One or more years of experience using medium and/or heavy equipment.**What we do for you (just to list a few cool ones)****:*** Offer extremely competitive benefits including: Health, Dental and Vision coverage.* Fitness Club Reimbursement ($350)* Nutrition reimbursement program (up to $200 per associate and per spouse)* First day of hire, 401K match (up to 7.5%) and discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount).* Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes employee resource groups: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and GroPride Network, Scotts Young Professionals.* 13 SMG paid holiday days and generous vacation policy.**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* To view all of our great benefits, click here!*\* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.*Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityNotification to Agencies:Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.