Blow Mold Operator - 2nd Shift

Blow Mold Operator

If you're looking for a steady, well-paying machine-operator job with weekly pay, hands-on work, and a consistent MondayFriday schedule, this role offers long-term stability, training, and room to grow. Candidates with mechanical aptitude, production experience, or any machine-operator background are encouraged to apply.

About the Role

You'll help run the blow-mold machines that make plastic milk jugs keeping equipment clean, making adjustments, and performing simple quality checks. This is an active, fast-paced job where you'll stay busy and learn valuable mechanical skills.

Your Daily Responsibilities

• Machine operation Set up, adjust, clean, and operate blow-mold equipment
• Quality checks Perform hourly weight checks and record bottle weights
• Machine adjustments Make heat, weight, and tooling changes to stay within spec
• Line monitoring Watch the Alpine system, clear jams, and call for material
• Bailer operation Run the bailer and manage bales when full
• Maintenance support Report issues and assist maintenance when needed
• Safety & GMP Follow all safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Documentation Complete logs, paperwork, and keep your area clean

Who Thrives in This Role

• Machine experience Blow mold, injection mold, or general machine-operator background
• Mechanical aptitude Comfortable making adjustments and unclogging lines
• Detail-oriented Strong focus on accuracy and quality
• Basic math Needed for weight checks and machine setup
• Reliable & fast-paced Shows up consistently and works well on a busy line

Even if you've only worked with machines for a short time, or in related roles like production, assembly, or warehouse equipment operation, you're encouraged to apply.

Pay & Schedule

• $22.00$23.50/hr (based on experience)
• Weekly pay
• Full-time, MondayFriday weekends off
• Stable, long-term role with advancement opportunities
• Full health, dental, vision, and 401(k) upon permanent hire

Work Environment

• Refrigerated production area
• Exposure to dairy and common allergens (milk, eggs, nuts)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.