Blow Molding Technician, 3rd Shift

AOCUSA • North Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Amalie Oil Company is hiring a full-time Blow Molding Technician 1 at its Charleston, South Carolina facility. The technician operates, monitors, and troubleshoots machinery used to produce plastic bottles, ensuring high-quality production, proper material flow, and compliance with safety standards. Duties include trimming flash, inspecting finished bottles, packing containers, and conducting minor maintenance in a fast-paced environment. The position is onsite and listed for third shift, 10:00 PM–6:30 AM, Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed. The posting also says the employee must be open to a flexible schedule, including 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends.

Amalie Oil Company is North America's largest privately held independent blender of motor oils and industrial lubricants. The company has production facilities in Tampa, Florida; Charleston, South Carolina; and the Los Angeles area, and manufactures more than 3,000 products distributed across all 50 states and more than 100 countries.

Requirements

• 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 in a hot, fast-paced environment and at heights.
• Openness to a flexible schedule, including 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Wear slip-resistant safety-toe shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in blow molding and plastic manufacturing is highly preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate blow molding machinery to produce plastic bottles, managing heat and pressure settings.
• Inspect finished containers for defects such as flash or improper weight, using visual inspection and often automated leak detectors.
• Monitor raw materials and maintain consistent, efficient production flow.
• Perform minor maintenance, including removing jammed bottles, and clean molds.
• Follow safety protocols and wear required safety gear.
• Identify and resolve basic machine errors, including air pressure issues and clogged, improperly formed, or flat parts.
• Perform complex machine setups and troubleshooting, and adjust the extruder, mold, and trimmer.
• Trim flash, pack containers, and conduct minor maintenance as part of production work.

Benefits

• AOCUSA pays the full cost of employees’ health insurance.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance plans 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed