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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Columbus, OH
Columbus, Ohio

About this job

At Scotts Miracle-Gro we think people are like plants....in the right place you will grow and flourish. Are you an advocate of making the world a more beautiful place by inspiring others, championing new ideas and being intellectually curious? Are you not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty? If so, then we want you as part of our Scotts family...the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden care products!

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic who will grow at our Operations Facility in Marysville, Ohio.

Performs maintenance duties as assigned. Troubleshoots and performs repair and maintenance on parts of equipment including mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs. May perform or assist in the installation of machinery and equipment.

The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining all industrial equipment at the plant site. This includes installing/repairing mechanical piping, rotating equipment, fabricating and welding. The individual must be able to demonstrate proficiency in pump rebuilding, equipment alignment, pipeline welding and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems

The perfect person will have:
  • Work incident and injury free.
  • Repair production line equipment including conveyor belts, packaging equipment and stacking equipment..
  • Cut and welding, including light steel fabrication.
  • Install/repair HDPE, FRP and Steel pipe lines.
  • Troubleshoot various mechanical equipment and piping systems to determine the root cause of equipment failures.
  • Operate forklift and man lifts.
  • Shift work may be required.
  • Completes any other tasks as needed or as directed by management.
  • Position entails prolonged and repetitive motion of standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead and arms/hands dexterity
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 75 lbs.
Some other nice to have’s:
  • Three (3) years minimum industrial experience as a Mechanic or in a related role.
  • Ability to properly tension belt drive systems.
  • Able to pass all positions for CS flat plate welding.
  • One (1) year minimum experience troubleshooting maintenance issues on conveyors, packaging equipment and stacking equipment.
  • Prior experience installing roller, ball and antifriction bearings.
  • Prior lubrication experience (ultra sonic lubrication, pressurized oil systems, sampling gearboxes).
  • Prior electrical experience
  • HS/GED, required.
  • Graduate from an applicable certified apprentice program or company approved mechanical training program.
  • Valid Driver’s License and a good driving record are required in order to drive company vehicles on property.
What we do for our associates (just to list a few cool ones):
  • Offer extremely competitive benefits including: Health, Dental and Vision coverage with wellness incentive program.
  • Unbelievable 401K match and discounted stock purchase program.
  • Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes four employee resource groups: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and Scotts Young Professionals.
  • Generous vacation policy!
COME GROW WITH US, WHERE THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER!

Not interested in this role? Check out our other career opportunities and learn more about what it’s like to work at Scotts MiracleGro by accessing our Talent Network: SMG Talent Network

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands.

The brands and products within our portfolio include: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, TomCat, Ortho, RoundUp, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro and Fafard.

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.