Seasonal Production Associate - 3rd Shift

Scotts Miracle-Gro; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a production associate to support plant-floor operations in Marysville, WA. You will perform safety checks, operate a forklift, and maintain clean, organized work areas while ensuring materials are stocked for the line.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to read/write English, and the stamina to stand 8–12 hours, lift up to 50 pounds, and work overtime, weekends, and holidays. Scotts promotes a diverse, drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum safety-focused mindset and ability to follow instructions.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.
• Ability to read and write in English and understand written work directions.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform a safety check of the equipment to ensure it is safe to operate.
• Performs daily assignments as directed by team Group Leader or Supervisor
• Actively maintain good housekeeping standards in their assigned area
• Safely operate a forklift to transport materials.
• Ensure stocks of needed materials are ready and available at all times.
• Ability to learn multiple pieces of automated equipment and flexibility to move to different work stations daily.
• Effectively communicate and relay information to peers and/or supervisors concerning the performance of the production line as it pertains to the assembly, operation and performance of the line.
• Perform various manufacturing inspection protocols to ensure plant quality standards on granular packaging products and display units.
• Adhere to plant safety rules and programs as it pertains to self and all other associates.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Manual dexterity

Reading/writing English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

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.

The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts will generally fall between $21.00 - 21.00 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Perform a safety check of the equipment to ensure it is safe to operate.
• Performs daily assignments as directed by team Group Leader or Supervisor
• Actively maintain good housekeeping standards in their assigned area
• Safely operate a forklift to transport materials.
• Ensure stocks of needed materials are ready and available at all times.
• Ability to learn multiple pieces of automated equipment and flexibility to move to different work stations daily.
• Effectively communicate and relay information to peers and/or supervisors concerning the performance of the production line as it pertains to the assembly, operation and performance of the line.
• Perform various manufacturing inspection protocols to ensure plant quality standards on granular packaging products and display units.
• Adhere to plant safety rules and programs as it pertains to self and all other associates.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Position entails prolonged and repetitive motion of standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead and arms/hands dexterity
• Ability to drive a forklift
• Ability to climb on and off of required equipment
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs and meet man-lift requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions
• Must pass the minimum fit for duty physical (annually)
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime including weekends and holidays.
• Able to work in a dusty hot/cold/humid environment,
• Able to lift 50 pounds, and be on their feet for 8-12 hours a day.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one plus years of production plant experience is preferred.
• Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, ability to make decisions regarding equipment adjustments to meet product specifications and quality conformity.
• Must be a team player and promote teamwork amongst production lines, departments and shifts.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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