Production Associate

Spring Valley; Longwood (FL); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,639,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

401k matching

Paid Holidays

PTO

HSA

Job summary

Spring Valley’s Longwood, FL plant is seeking Production Associates for 1st shift. You’ll stack 50lb bags, mix materials, run production equipment, and move pallets with a forklift or front end loader.

A strong safety record and reliable attendance are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts.
• Ability to stack pallets 2-3 high.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.
• Effective communication in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Stacking 50lb bags on pallets and wrapping pallets for shipping.
• Mixing/blending material for fertilizer and ice melter.
• Running and monitoring machines for safety and efficiency.
• Operate a forklift to move pallets between buildings.
• Operate a front end loader to transport bulk materials.
• General cleanup of work areas; assist with inventory and grounds keeping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety programs

Attendance

Communication

Organization

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

Spring Valley began on a small family farm in Jackson, WI in 1961 and has grown into a leading manufacturer of fertilizers and ice melter products. From our 8 blending locations and multiple shipping locations, we serve a wide variety of customer markets including distributors, co-ops, and retailers throughout the United States and internationally. Our company continues to grow and expand, which presents many new opportunities. Our Longwood, FL plant is eagerly seeking Production Associates to join our team!

Responsibilities Include

• Stacking 50lb bags on pallets & wrapping pallets for shipping
• Mixing/blending material for fertilizer and ice melter
• Running and monitoring machines to ensure safety and efficiency
• Operating a forklift to move pallets between buildings.
• Operating a front end loader to transport bulk materials
• General cleanup of work areas
• Miscellaneous projects as needed (inventory, grounds keeping, etc)

Pay & Perks

• $18.00-$20.00+ per hour starting pay based on experience.
• We offer cross training opportunities in other areas of production.
• Team Production Bonus Opportunities (calculated weekly and paid with regular bi-weekly paycheck)
• Paid Holidays and PTO upon hire
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance available after 30 days
• HSA with company contribution with Spring Valley's health insurance
• Company provided Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company provided Life Insurance. Additional Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees and their dependents also available.
• 401k with Company match available after 60 days
• Vacation days awarded after 120 day introductory period.

Requirements

Successful team members will have:

• Priority for safety and following established safety programs.
• Outstanding attendance - your team (and your paycheck) depend on you!
• Excellent communication and organization in a fast paced production environment.
• Previous experience and comfortability in forklift operation, including stacking pallets 2-3 high is a plus!
• Ability to follow written & verbal instructions
• Ability to work 1st Shift (7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday)
• Willingness to support continuous improvement initiatives
• The ability to keep accurate records and follow procedures
• Pass a post-offer drug screen
• Reliable transportation to get to and from work
• Ability to lift 50 lbs comfortably