Blow Molding Technician 1

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

AOCUSA | AMALIE OIL COMPANY IS HIRING IN TAMPA

Competitive pay and great benefits!

AOCUSA pays the full cost of our Employee’s Health Insurance

We are looking for a Blow Molding Technician 1 for the following shift:

First Shift: 7:00 AM EST – 3:30 PM EST

Full-Time: Monday – Friday + Overtime as Needed

OnSite: Tampa, Florida

Amalie Oil Company is North America's largest privately held independent blender of motor oils and industrial lubricants. With production facilities in Tampa, Florida; Charleston, South Carolina; and the Los Angeles area, Amalie manufactures over 3,000 products and distributes to all 50 states and over 100 countries around the world.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Blow Molding Technician operates, monitors, and troubleshoots machinery to produce plastic bottles, ensuring high-quality production, proper material flow, and adherence to safety standards. The role involves trimming flash, inspecting finished bottles, packing containers, and conducting minor maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties

• Set up and run blow molding machinery to produce plastic bottles, managing heat and pressure settings.
• Inspect finished containers for defects (e.g., flash, improper weight) using visual inspections and, often, automated leak detectors.
• Monitor raw materials and ensure consistent, efficient production flow.
• Perform minor maintenance (e.g., removing jammed bottles), clean molds, and adhere strictly to safety protocols, including wearing proper safety gear.
• Identifying and resolving basic machine errors, such as air pressure issues or clogged, improperly formed, or flat parts
• Performing complex machine setups, troubleshooting, and making adjustments to the extruder, mold, and trimmer.

Required Qualifications

· Prior experience in blow molding and plastic manufacturing.

· Strong attention to detail, ability to use hand tools, and hard working & leadership skills

Work Environment + Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours, able to use stairs, and lift up to 50+ pounds.
• Operate in a hot, fast-paced environment
• Must be comfortable with heights
• Must be open to a flexible schedule, including working 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends

Personal Protective Equipment

• Slip-resistant, safety-toes shoes.
• Eye protection.
• Hearing protection.

Benefits

AOCUSA pays the full cost of our Employee’s Health Insurance

• Complete Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Supplemental Plans Available
• 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Free life insurance
• Chaplain Assistance Program
• Medical Expense Reimbursement Program