This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12580278 Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

This hourly role follows the Scotts/Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at \$23.65 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

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\'re looking for Yard Jockeys!

If you enjoy a fast-paced and high energy manufacturing environment then you will fit in well as a Yard Jockey for Scotts Miracle-Gro.

In this role you will:

• Move all drop trailers in/out of dock door locations in conjunction with shipping/receiving instructions.
• Perform his/her duties consistent with the values and mission of the corporation.
• Maintain a clean, neat, orderly and safe work area. Conduct operations in accordance with OSHA, MSDS, and any trade organizations.
• Provide excellent customer service by ensuring the integrity of the inventory of inbound and outbound trailers while minimizing errors.
• Perform and document pre and post shift safety inspections.
• Complete yard check daily.
• Ensure all trailers are segregated per internal processes.
• Lift and open trailer doors.
• Frequently bend to place and remove wheel chocks.
• Safely enter and exit yard tractor numerous times per shift.
• Safely maneuver equipment with good backing skills.
• May also assist in warehouse responsibilities as needed including forklift operation. Skills and qualifications

The perfect person will have:

• Ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs or more.
• Ability to work overtime and some weekend hours during peak season.
• Safely maneuver a tractor and trailer combination vehicle in a compact yard area.
• Customer service Focus.

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
• \$600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to \$30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family
• To view all of our great benefits, click here!

* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

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

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In t e 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.