Machine Operator

About the role

As a GardenCore Machine Operator, you will operate manual and/or automated machinery in a fast-paced, covered and uncovered manufacturing environment, perform preventive maintenance, set up production machinery, and ensure proper machine performance to produce a quality product for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Observe equipment operation and components, such as sensors, limit switches, proximity switches, conveyor belts, and photo eyes, to detect machine malfunction
• Operate equipment to optimum efficiency to meet quality, cost, and operational requirements of daily schedules
• Notify management of any production, safety, quality, or environmental concerns with equipment, operation, or facility
• Knowledge of bagging specifications, ranges, and targets to meet quality standards
• Daily cleanup of production work area with assistance from other personnel
• Understand and complete daily production forms accurately
• Perform routine maintenance of production equipment to include lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Requirements

• 3+ years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Working knowledge of safety principles, such as lock-out/tag-out
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear
• The employee will be required to sit for extended periods of time
• The employee may frequently stand on their feet
• The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 65 lbs. from the ground level. The need to lift over 65 lbs may arise from time to time – should this be the case, employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely lift
• The employee must have the capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and your whole body – bending, crouching, climbing (using steps and ladders), pushing, pulling, stooping, and reaching
• Ability to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment, with a proven track record of contributing toward team goals

Schedule

6am - 4pm (hours may vary depending on business needs)

Pay

Hourly rate of $18.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. GardenCore has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.