Blow Mold Operator 2 - 3rd Shift

KIK Consumer Products•Auburndale, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Blow Mold Operator on 3rd Shift (Monday- Friday 9:00pm-5:30am with weekends per business need), where you will oversee daily blow molding operations and drive quality, efficiency, and team performance. In this hands-on role, you’ll operate and maintain blow mold machinery, train operators, perform basic maintenance, and ensure all equipment runs smoothly. You'll lead quality checks, adjust trimming machines and cooling beds, and manage bag/debag tables with precision. This position has a base hourly rate of $25.00 based on skills and experience + $1 shift differential working 3rd shift.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
2 or more years of experience operating production equipment within a plastics manufacturing environment, such as blow molding, injection molding, extrusion, or thermoforming
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, including following written and verbal work instructions
Demonstrated experience with machine startups, mold changes, and programmable parison head adjustments
Working knowledge of material compounding, mixing, and grinder operation
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and adapt in a fast-paced production environment
Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or shift changes as business needs require

Nice To Haves

Experience with Uniloy blow molding machines preferred
Prior people leadership or lead operator experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot blow molding equipment, including cold starts, routine production, and issue resolution to minimize downtime and ensure containers meet quality specifications
Perform daily equipment setups and bottle size changeovers on assigned blow molders and related equipment, including bag/debag tables, cooling beds, and trimmers
Access, interpret, and adjust Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and machine programming, making profile and parameter changes to maintain quality, efficiency, and consistency
Conduct routine quality inspections and complete all required production, quality control, and compliance documentation for assigned lines
Collaborate with production and support teams to optimize process flow, communicate process changes, and assist with training and knowledge transfer as needed
Perform basic preventive maintenance and troubleshooting while adhering to all safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company policies, and hazardous materials procedures
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area, ensuring proper handling and disposal of waste materials