Blow Molding Technician, 3rd Shift
About The Position
Amalie Oil Company is hiring a Blow Molding Technician 1 at its Charleston, South Carolina facility. The technician operates, monitors, and troubleshoots machinery to produce plastic bottles, ensuring high-quality production, proper material flow, and adherence to safety standards. Work includes trimming flash, inspecting finished bottles, packing containers, and performing minor maintenance in a fast-paced environment. The role also involves complex machine setups and adjustments to the extruder, mold, and trimmer. This is a full-time, on-site, third-shift position. The stated regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with overtime as needed. The description also notes a flexible schedule that may include 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Requirements
- Prior experience in blow molding and plastic manufacturing is highly preferred but not required.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to use hand tools.
- Hard-working attitude and leadership skills.
- Ability to stand for 8–12 hours, use stairs, and lift up to 50+ pounds.
- Comfort working at heights.
- Openness to a flexible schedule, including 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in blow molding and plastic manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate blow molding machinery to produce plastic bottles, managing heat and pressure settings.
- Inspect finished containers for defects, including flash and improper weight, using visual inspections and often automated leak detectors.
- Monitor raw materials and maintain consistent, efficient production flow.
- Perform minor maintenance, such as removing jammed bottles, and clean molds.
- Follow safety protocols, including wearing proper safety gear.
- Identify and resolve basic machine errors, such as air pressure issues or clogged, improperly formed, or flat parts.
- Perform complex machine setups, troubleshoot equipment, and adjust the extruder, mold, and trimmer.
- Trim flash, inspect bottles, and pack containers.
Benefits
- The company pays the full cost of employee health insurance.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance plans are available.
- 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Free life insurance.
- Chaplain Assistance Program.
- Medical Expense Reimbursement Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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