Job DetailsLevelExperiencedJob LocationOH Middlefield - Middlefield, OHSalary Range$20.96 - $20.96 HourlyDescriptionAdvanced Machine OperatorBring 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. Job PurposeThe purpose of the Advanced Machine Operator is to perform full and comprehensive operation of extrusion and/or thermoforming 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 50lbs as necessary. Key ResponsibilitiesOperates thermoforming, extrusion, packaging, and material handling equipment as required in a safe and professional mannerThe 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 40 poundsObserves and always follow and model all safety policies and proceduresMonitors 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 machineCleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machineryLeads by example and performs all job duties in accordance with The HC Companies valuesSupports all company policies and proceduresPerforms other administrative tasks and special projects as assignedQualificationsQualifications and ExperienceMust be able understand the technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment Must be able to demonstrate critical thinking, reading comprehension, basic math skills, blueprintsMust be able to demonstrate problem-solving skillsMust adhere to all safety guidelines and foster a safe work cultureMust be able to accurately complete paperwork as neededOrganizational skillsMust demonstrate time management skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrate the ability to critical think and problem solve with relation to mechanical and production challengesAbility to work in a team-oriented work environment