Production Associate, Forklift - 1st Shift

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 locations in Jackson, WI and Fostoria, OH, we serve a wide variety of customer markets including distributors, co-ops, and retailers throughout the United States and internationally. Spring Valley became a part of the Interoceanic (IOC) family of companies in 2022.Our company continues to grow and expand, which presents many new opportunities. Our Jackson, WI plant is eagerly seeking Production Associates experienced in Forklift Operation to join our team!

Responsibilities include:

• Stacking 50lb bags on pallets & wrapping pallets for shipping
• Mixing/blending material for fertilizer and ice melter
• 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)

Successful team members will have:

• Priority for safety and following established safety programs. Safety is our #1 focus at Spring Valley!
• 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). Seasonal overtime available
• 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

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.

This position will require sitting, standing, walking, lifting 50lbs, stooping, climbing, seeing, hearing, reaching, reading, tolerance to cold or warm temperatures based on the weather conditions outside.

Spring Valley is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.