Seasonal Production Associate 1st shift

About the role

At Scotts Miracle-Gro, we help people express themselves on their own piece of the Earth. At our Marysville Manufacturing Plant, we produce the world-class lawn fertilizer products you see in stores everywhere. We operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented culture where efficiency, collaboration, and safety are our top priorities. This is an active, fast-paced role perfect for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and want to be part of a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work actively on production lines to manufacture and package high-quality fertilizer products.
• Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts (experience preferred, but we will train).
• Maintain strict adherence to standard operating procedures to ensure daily safety and quality standards are met.
• Comfortably navigate a physical workspace, which includes being on your feet, climbing multiple flights of stairs, getting on and off equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Work comfortably in a variety of indoor manufacturing environments, including hot, cold, and humid conditions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1+ years of production plant experience and forklift operation experience is preferred, but not required.
• Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and basic mathematical skills.
• Attributes: Dependable, safety-focused, and excels in a team-driven environment.

Why Choose Scotts?

• Immediate 401(k): Start saving for your future right away with a generous company match.
• Paid Holidays: Eligible for up to 12 scheduled holidays with pay.
• Earned Time Off: Ability to earn 1 unpaid day off per month of service.
• Wellness Access: Full access to the company pool and fitness center.
• Financial Perks: Eligibility for our company stock purchase plan.

Future Full-Time Growth Potential

• Full-Time Starting Pay: Distribution roles start at $26.05/hr and Manufacturing roles start at $29.40/hr.
• Guaranteed Increases: Step increases every 6 months, up to a maximum of $37.55/hr after 3 years.
• Premium Health Coverage: Full access to our Live Total Health program (Medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA).
• Expanded PTO: 11 paid vacation days and 7 paid sick days.

Pay & Schedule

• 1st Shift: $21.00 / hour
• 2nd & 3rd Shifts: $22.00 / hour
• Overtime (40+ hours): 1.5x regular pay rate
• Sunday Shift: 2x regular pay rate

Seasonal Production Associate 1st Shift

Start Date: August 4th, 2026

Position Type: Seasonal (with strong full-time advancement potential)