Seasonal Production Associate

Seasonal Production Associate 1st Shift

Company: Scotts Miracle-Gro

Location: Marysville Manufacturing Plant (Marysville, OH)

Start Date: August 4th, 2026

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

At Scotts Miracle-Gro, we help people of all ages 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 absolute top priorities.

If you are looking for a physical, active role where you can jumpstart your career and get treated like a core team member from day one, we want to hear from you!

As a Seasonal Production Associate, you will be the heartbeat of our manufacturing facility. 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Line Operations: Work actively on production lines to manufacture and package high-quality fertilizer products.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts (experience preferred, but we will train).
• Safety & Quality Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to standard operating procedures to ensure daily safety and quality standards are met.
• Physical Demands: 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.
• Environmental Adaptability: Work comfortably in a variety of indoor manufacturing environments, including hot, cold, and humid conditions.

Compensation & Hours:

High-Earning Pay Structure:

• 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

Typical Shift Schedules:

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM 11:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM 7:00 AM

Note on Schedule & Seasonal Peak: Mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays, is required. Our busiest peak season runs from October through March, during which you should expect to work 1 to 2 weekends per month.

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.
• Pre-Employment Requirements: Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening prior to their first day of work.

Why Choose Scotts? (Benefits & Growth)

We truly invest in our people. Unlike typical seasonal gigs, we provide premium perks right away and offer a clear pathway to a lifelong career. Last year alone, we promoted 35 seasonal associates to permanent, full-time positions!

Diversity, Inclusion & Belongion:

• Scotts Women's Network
• Scotts Black Employee Network
• Scotts Veterans Network
• GroPride Network
• Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE)
• TREE (Together Respecting, Empowering, and Encouraging Families)
• Scotts Young Professionals

Seasonal Employee Benefits:

• 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.

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.