Production Associate Details

ScottsMiracle-Gro - Vancouver, WA

Employment Type : Full-Time

We are looking for a Production Associate who will grow at our Vancouver, WA production facility.
In this role you will:

  • Manipulate empty packaging into position onto the production line.
  • Assist when asked to operate controls to fill packaging to the required level.
  • Ensure that the quality of the packaging is free from defects and meet company standards.
  • Manipulate and ensure full packaging is sealed correctly with no leaks.
  • May apply labels by hand and/or through a labeling machine.
  • Ensure labels are adhered to packaging straight and without air bubbles.
  • Ensure lot and date code printer are working properly and that codes are legible and accurate.
  • Place filled, sealed product into case boxes.
  • Fill cases with the required quantity with the correct product.
  • Ensure broken or defective product does not make it into finished case boxes.
  • Ensure the correct lot and date codes are on all finished products.
  • Secure finished goods in case box. Ensure case box is taped tightly securing the finished goods inside the box.
  • Ensure pallets are safe for use, free of any defects and are correct size and type.
  • Place boxes in neat stacks on pallets using pre-determined patterns and counts.
  • Ensure broken or defective boxes of products do not make it on finished pallets.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment by ensuring all material spilled on, under, or around production equipment and workspaces is cleaned during down-time and at the end of each day.
  • Clean, rinse and sterilize equipment prior to each new batch and end of shift per S.O.P’s.
  • Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees to adopt safety as a culture.

The perfect person will have:
  • Basic arithmetic skills.
  • Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work positively in a team environment.
  • Must be detail-oriented and have basic problem-solving skills.
  • Must have basic documenting and reporting skills.
  • Must be self-motivated.

This is what we will bring to the table:
  • Extremely competitive benefits including: Health, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Discounted gym memberships across the U.S.
  • A highly energetic and fast-paced environment at a rapidly growing company.
  • Unbelievable 401K match and discounted stock purchasing program.
  • Generous vacation day policy in addition to 11 holidays.

Posted on : 3 years ago