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Senior Engineer, Manufacturing

Scotts Miracle-Gro · Ft. Madison, IA

Level
Senior
Team
Manufacturing
Base pay
$100k–$117k
Industry
Chemicals
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A senior manufacturing role at Scotts Miracle-Gro (chemicals) in Ft. Madison, IA. 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.

Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, Automation
Base pay
$100k–$117k

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How this role compares

Against 10 other live manufacturing postings in Iowa.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 55%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 36%
  • Team leadership 27%
  • ✓ New product launch 27%
  • SolidWorks 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Root cause, Automation, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Scotts Miracle-Gro

    Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.

  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
    • How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

Full description from Scotts Miracle-GroAs posted on their careers site.Show

In this role you will

  • ◆Lead the site-level implementation of automation infrastructure and advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., "Factory of the Future" initiatives).
  • ◆Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) across production lines to optimize workflows.
  • ◆Oversee process and design engineering for capital projects, including technical feasibility studies, economic analysis, equipment specification, and successful floor commissioning.
  • ◆Monitor and analyze manufacturing processes to proactively reduce material losses, decrease cycle times, and elevate product quality using data-driven root-cause analysis.
  • ◆Act as the primary technical plant liaison with R&D, Sourcing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure manufacturing infrastructure is fully capable and optimized for New Product Introductions (NPI).
  • ◆Manage concurrent engineering and technical IT implementation projects, ensuring adherence to disciplined timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
  • ◆Coordinate with 3rd-party contractors and equipment vendors to ensure technical specifications, budget targets, and delivery schedules are met.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $99,700.00 - $117,300.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

  • ◆Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs . Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more
  • ◆We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future. Career growth at our company is not always a ladder. It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure. Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
  • ◆We value the importance of family . We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy .
  • ◆Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability : Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.
  • ◆Join a company with a strong belief in giving bac k to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team.

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

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

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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!

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.

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