Coater Operator

Pennington Seed/Central Garden & Pet Company is a leader in the lawn care industry. We seek a highly motivated, conscientious, and trustworthy individual to join our team as a Coater Operator in Greenfield, Missouri.

• Ensure that the seed coating is applied in the correct amounts and that seed is fully coated.
• Mix chemicals as needed using all required safety gear.
• Mix chemicals for other dump stations as needed using all safety gear.
• Mix Myco and Stimulate as needed.
• Keep accurate records of chemicals used.
• Verify paperwork is accurate before it is turned in.
• Make sure that bins, coaters, dryers and conveyance systems are fully clean when changing between different types of seed.
• Clearly mark bin sheets as to what seed is in each one.
• Double check each holding bin before running seed into it and verify that it is ready for new seed. Verify that seed is going to correct bin.
• Keep track of dust bin weight for calculating waste % and track dust control system bags.

• Work closely with production/bagging lines to ensure seed is going to the correct line.
• Spot check the penkote tanks in Small Package and Plant to ensure they have enough chemicals for the shift.
• Keep the work area clean and any spilled seed or chemical cleaned up.
• Direct the assistant operators as needed to keep the production and seed quality at a high level.

• Good math skills are needed.
• Good communication skills are needed.
• Must be able to clearly communicate with others.
• Forklift certification.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with a cash bonus
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.