About the role
Pay: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour
Description
Spring Valley began on a small family farm in Jackson, WI in 1961 and has grown into a leading manufacturer of fertilizers and ice melter products. From our 8 blending locations and multiple shipping locations, we serve a wide variety of customer markets including distributors, co-ops, and retailers throughout the United States and internationally. Our company continues to grow and expand, which presents many new opportunities. Our Jackson WI plant is eagerly seeking Production Associates, experienced in Blending / Batch Mixer Machine Operation to join our team!
Responsibilities include:
Mixing/blending material for fertilizer and ice melter
Stacking 50lb bags on pallets & wrapping pallets for shipping
Running and monitoring machines to ensure safety and efficiency
Operating a forklift to move pallets between buildings.
Operating a front end loader to transport bulk materials
General cleanup of work areas
Miscellaneous projects as needed (inventory, grounds keeping, etc)
Pay & Perks:
$20.00+ per hour starting pay based on experience.
We offer cross training opportunities in other areas of production.
Team Production Bonus Opportunities (calculated weekly and paid with regular bi-weekly paycheck)
Paid Holidays and PTO upon hire
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance available after 30 days
HSA with company contribution with Spring Valley's health insurance
Company provided Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
Company provided Life Insurance. Additional Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees and their dependents also available.
401k with Company match available after 60 days
Vacation days awarded after 120 day introductory period.
Requirements
Successful team members will have:
Priority for safety and following established safety programs.
Outstanding attendance - your team (and your paycheck) depend on you!
Excellent communication and organization in a fast paced production environment.
Previous experience and comfortability in forklift operation, including stacking pallets 2-3 high is a plus!
Ability to follow written & verbal instructions
Ability to work 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm Monday-Friday
Willingness to support continuous improvement initiatives
The ability to keep accurate records and follow procedures
Pass a post-offer drug screen
Reliable transportation to get to and from work
Ability to lift 50 lbs comfortably