Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Position Overview

Machine Packaging Operator – Liquids Manufacturing Team – Ft. Madison, IA.

Hourly role with a step pay progression scale, starting at $21.20 per hour, paid weekly. $500 sign‑on bonus.

• Safely and efficiently perform tasks associated with the packaging of liquid products and operate various packaging machines on production lines.
• Adhere to plant safety rules and programs, including audits, safety suggestions, and participation in safety rotation of jobs.
• Operate and tend automated machinery that performs one or more liquid bottling packaging functions, assisting in meeting assembly line production schedules.
• Learn multiple pieces of automated equipment and flexibly move to different machinery daily.
• Feed components onto assembly conveyor, into hoppers, machinery or other devices to maintain continuous production.
• Replenish and unload components such as corrugated cardboard, glue, plastic wrap, pumps, inserts, bottles, caps, labels, sprayers, etc., avoiding breaks in production assembly process.
• Manually assemble/install various liquid packaging component parts, including sprayers, caps, box dividers, cases, display units, etc.
• Clean, lubricate, reassemble, install, troubleshoot and adjust assembly line equipment to meet yearly and daily maintenance requirements and complete frequent reconfiguration of assembly lines in preparation for changing product runs.
• Effectively communicate and relay information to peers and supervisors concerning the performance of the production line as it pertains to the assembly, operation and performance of the line.
• Continuously look for methods, procedural changes, or equipment modifications to improve line output and efficiencies and communicate appropriately.
• Perform various manufacturing inspection protocols to ensure plant quality standards on liquid packaging products and display units.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a machine operator, production operator or equivalent position in a high‑speed manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to make decisions regarding equipment adjustments to meet product specifications and quality conformity.
• Ability to follow directions provided in verbal or non‑verbal format.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn multiple machines or operations.
• Team player who promotes teamwork across production lines, departments and shifts.
• Available to work any shift and overtime as needed.

• 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.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug‑free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.