Production (Blow Mold Operator) - Hattiesburg, MS

Wis-Pak, Inc.•Hattiesburg, MS

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Blow Mold Operator operates a plastic blow molding machine and auxiliary equipment to produce containers safely and to quality standards, maintaining a continuous supply of bottles to the filler. The role follows and enforces safety, health, quality, food safety, GMP, and company policies and practices. It includes making mold, insert, and color changes; performing basic machine processing to improve efficiency and reduce scrap; completing quality checks and making process adjustments; and carrying out assigned preventive maintenance and minor troubleshooting. The operator supports maintenance personnel with repairs, reports equipment issues, and submits corrective maintenance work requests. The position also includes verifying material usage, completing required documentation, maintaining housekeeping and 5S standards, communicating production information to the incoming shift, and coordinating with upstream and downstream operators to support line performance, product integrity, and accurate bottle cutoffs. The listed duties are not exhaustive; a full list is available upon request. The position is based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, with a listed schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday–Saturday availability. Pay is $22.30 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent education.
At least 2 years of experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Excel, Microsoft Office, and Word.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability and desire to work as part of a team and independently.
Ability to work with minimal supervision; self-starter, dependable, and able to lead by example.
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities under pressure.
Some mechanical ability to assist with daily equipment operation.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to carry and/or maneuver up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of blow molding experience in the food or beverage industry.
Knowledge of PET processing.

Responsibilities

Follow and enforce established safety, health, quality, food safety, GMP, and company policies, procedures, and practices.
Operate a plastic blow molding machine and auxiliary equipment safely and produce containers to quality standards while ensuring a continuous bottle supply to the filler.
Perform or assist with mold, insert, and color changes according to the production schedule.
Perform basic processing of injection and/or blow molding machines to improve efficiency and reduce scrap.
Conduct timely quality checks and make process changes as needed to meet established standards.
Assist maintenance personnel with mechanical repairs and perform assigned preventive maintenance.
Maintain the work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards and meet 5S guidelines.
Complete and file required documentation in an orderly and timely manner.
Verify material usage against standards.
Perform minor troubleshooting and programming on the line; communicate machine performance issues to maintenance and submit corrective maintenance work orders.
Notify leads and supervisors of major problems or questions, including quality or food safety concerns.
Communicate processing information to designated personnel on the incoming shift.
Coordinate with upstream and downstream operators to maximize line performance, ensure product integrity, and maintain accurate bottle cutoffs.