Blow Mold Operator

The Blow Mold Operator is responsible for setting up and operating a group of machines and making necessary adjustments or mechanical repairs to the machines and auxiliary equipment safely and efficiently . Responsible for the quality checks and housekeeping. This role will be cross-trained for both blow molding and injection molding. This position supports process improvement and new technology processes to achieve goals for safety, quality, and profitability. Develop and document processes. Duties and Responsibilities: Tend to a group of blow-molding and/or injection-molding machines, specifically Uniloy and Bekum machines. Make frequent quality checks on the product, observing it for deviations in weight, sidewall thickness, flash, poor distribution, concavity, convexity, or crooked sections, and making adjustments to correct malfunctions and eliminate defects. Make periodic checks of heat controls, cooling water temperatures, pressures, and the functioning of the extruder and hydraulic pumping units. Perform preventative maintenance on machines and auxiliary equipment as assigned. Unjamming conveyor systems. Observing all local and Company safety policies and procedures, as well as housekeeping requirements. Maintaining various daily production and Team reports. Perform screen changes as required. Miscellaneous related duties as assigned. Education and Work Experience Requirements: Experience with industrial processing equipment and infrastructure. Blow molding and injection preferred. 5 years minimum in an industrial setting with processing or maintenance responsibilities. Technical School training in Injection/Blow Molding preferred. High School diploma or equivalent required. Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, identify problems, address problems, and meetdeadlines. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to read and understand the resin technical data sheets English skills must be proficient to read, write, and communicate. Basic math skills Basic computer skills Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair Basic electrical troubleshooting and repair Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work effectively both independently and within a team environment. Ability to work overtime and weekends as required. Must be able to operate material handling equipment. Must be committed to the success of the entire organization Understand and comply with applicable OSHA safety rules/regulations and Lock-out/Tag-out requirements. Must be able to become forklift certified within 60 days. Physical Requirements Will sit, stand, or walk for up to 12 hours per day Will climb stairs on an occasional basis Will lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects frequently 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist frequently May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to, steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, and arm guards). Job requirements MUST have experience in blow molding and injection. MUST be able to articulate and list the machinery that they have used in the past. Each candidate MUST be able to list the type of equipment they have used. Salary range is $22.00 to $28.00 per hour

THERE ARE 2 OPENINGS FOR A BLOW MOLD OPERATOR

(1 day and 1 night) Night has a $1 hour shift differential One blow mold tech for first shift, 7A-730P One blow mold tech for the second shift, variable time slots based on the production line MUST have experience in blow molding and injection. MUST be able to articulate and list the machinery that they have used in the past. Each candidate MUST be able to list the type of equipment they have used. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sivadconsulting