Job Details

Job Location: FL Sebring - Sebring, FL

Salary Range: $17.78 - $18.28 Hourly

Description

Bring your talent and effort to The HC Companies and contribute to serving our customers while having fun, growing your career, and sharing in our success. We want to be the best, so we are looking for the best talent to join our team!

The HC Companies is a proud culmination of many legacy brands and continues to transform the horticultural industry through bold leadership, innovative manufacturing, and a comprehensive portfolio of products ideal for greenhouse, nursery, cannabis, retail, and commercial markets. With production facilities throughout North America, The HC Companies is a leading Manufacturer of horticulture growing containers, our mission, “From Grower to Gardner, Improving Our World”.

Pay Rate: Starting at $18.28 per hour ($17.78 +$0.50 shift differential)

Shift: 3:00pm-11:30pm (2nd Shift)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (After 30 Days) 401k (After 60 days)

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Blow Mold Machine Operator is to perform full and comprehensive operation of Blow Mold manufacturing machines to produce company products of the highest quality. This position requires you to work in a warm temperature environment throughout your shift. You would be required to obtain a full range of motion from standing, reaching, moving, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Operates blow molder equipment as required in a safe and professional manner
Work 8 hrs. shifts and occasional OT.
The ability to occasionally lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.
Observes and always follow and model all safety policies and procedures.
Thoroughly understands the production process as it pertains to blow molding to produce the highest quality parts.
Monitors machines or equipment for alarms, indicators, and or unusual sounds to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with leads to diagnose problem or repair machine.
Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
Work with other team members to complete tasks and achieve department goals.
Must be able to accurately complete all administrative paperwork.
Leads by example and performs all job duties in accordance with The HC Companies values Safety, Integrity, Commitment to Excellence, Teamwork, Service, and Can-Do attitude.
Supports all company policies and procedures including 5S and focused work teams.
Performs other administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

Must be driven by data and continuous improvement.
Must have knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
Ability to grasp and understand the technical knowledge of all equipment.
Basic skills: critical thinking, reading comprehension, blueprints.
Basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Complex problem-solving skills: problem identification, information gathering, information organizing, idea generation, idea evaluation.
Must be reliable, dependable, and safety oriented.
Must be flexible in working hours including overtime, holidays, and different shifts as required.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to recognize mechanical and production challenges and implement corrective actions.
Ability to work in a team-oriented work environment.
Negative pre-employment drug screen and ability to pass criminal background check.

We expect all associates to conduct business in accordance with our values; Safety, Integrity, Commitment to Excellence, Team, Service, and Can Do positive attitude.

We utilize the latest technologies to manufacture our planters, pots, and accessories using injection, thermoform, blow-mold, co-ex, and vacuum formed production methods.

In addition to competitive wages, The HC Companies associates are eligible for certain benefits after 30-days of employment including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. In accordance with the plan, associates are also eligible to participate in a 401K plan with company match.

The HC Companies takes pride in its diversity. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and associates. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.