Extrusion Blow Molding Technician

Job Description

Job Description

DIRECT HIRE
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS
MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION START ON DAY 1
RELOCATION BASED ON LOCATION

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking an Extrusion Blow Molding Technician to work at a premier manufacturing client in New York, NY. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $30.00 - $34.00/hour

Shifts:
2nd or 3rd shift, 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., plus overtime every other weekend, 3rd Shift: Monday–Friday, 10:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m., plus overtime every other weekend. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, rotating schedules as needed and participate in an on-call rotation is expected, standing and walking for a full shift.

Why you should apply to be Extrusion Blow Molding Technician:

• Competitive pay rate with additional shift differential for 2nd shift
• $5,000 sign-on bonus (ask your recruiter for eligibility and payment details)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits start on Day 1
• Paid time off, company holidays, and paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance available based on location
• Annual performance bonus, merit increases, and career advancement opportunities
• 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and comprehensive insurance options
• Work with a respected industry leader manufacturing products that support scientists, healthcare professionals, and researchers globally

What’s a typical day as Extrusion Blow Molding Technician? You’ll be:

• Setting up and starting extrusion blow molding and other molding machines per production schedules
• Performing mold changes, tooling changeovers, and equipment setups safely and efficiently
• Installing, aligning, and removing molds, tooling, and machine components
• Adjusting process parameters for optimal product quality and productivity
• Monitoring machine performance and making process adjustments as needed
• Conducting first-piece inspections and supporting ongoing product quality verification
• Troubleshooting molding, tooling, material, process, and equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Performing preventive maintenance on molds, tooling, machines, and associated equipment
• Collaborating with production, maintenance, quality, automation, and engineering teams
• Mentoring or training other employees and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Following all safety, quality, GMP, and company policies and procedures

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (technical training preferred)
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Bring experience setting up, operating, or troubleshooting molding machines in manufacturing
• Have knowledge of plastics materials and processing techniques
• Are comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Show a strong commitment to safety, quality, documentation, and continuous improvement

Preferred:

• Two years of extrusion blow molding process technician experience
• Experience with injection blow molding or injection molding (or willingness to learn extrusion)
• Familiarity with engineering plastics and resins (HDPE, LDPE, PP, PMP, FEP, PFA)
• Experience with industry-standard equipment (Bekum, Davis-Standard, Kautex, Milacron, Graham, Plastiblow, etc.)
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, or vision inspection systems
• Background in regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience mentoring or training others

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for a full shift, bend, reach, and lift up to 40 lbs
• Comfortable working around loud equipment, elevated temperatures, and moving machinery
• Must adhere to cleanroom requirements (no jewelry, makeup, exposed piercings, etc.)

What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Extrusion Blow Molding Technician today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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