BM Operator 2

Position Summary

The Blow Mold Operator II is an independent operator role with strong troubleshooting skills, multiple-machine operation abilities, and informal support of junior operators.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operator II expands start-of-shift responsibilities to include reviewing and verifying carry-over quantities, scheduled production, and raw material availability.
• Operator II also verifies leak detectors and provides relief coverage for the Senior Operator when needed.  
• Safely operates several blow molding machines and is responsible for continuous operation in accordance with scheduled work orders.
• Ensures bottle quality, color, weight, sleeving, and QA specifications are met.
• Performs ongoing QA checks and ensures QA documentation and leak detector checks.
• Responsible for reporting production delays, risks, or issues.
• Performs minor mechanical repairs, assists with more extensive maintenance, completes preventive maintenance, and makes machine/process adjustments.  
• Maintains adequate supplies of dyes and resins to ensure uninterrupted machine operation.
• Trains, guides, and supports junior operators.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities

All employees are responsible for working safely and supporting a strong safety culture. Responsibilities include:

• Following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately reporting unsafe conditions, injuries, near misses, spills, or equipment concerns.
• Using required PPE properly.
• Participating in safety training and meetings.
• Following lockout/tagout, machine guarding, hazard communication, emergency response, and other required safety practices.
• Stopping work or escalating concerns when an unsafe condition exists.

Quality Responsibilities

The employee is responsible for supporting product and process quality by:

• Following quality standards, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Reporting nonconforming materials, products, or processes.
• Completing required quality documentation accurately.
• Participating in corrective actions or continuous improvement activities.
• Understanding how the role impacts customer satisfaction, compliance, and company performance.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate must have:

• High school diploma or GED required; additional education or technical training preferred.
• 3-5 year of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, maintenance, quality, or related environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with advanced troubleshooting skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, safety rules, production schedules, labels, specifications, or technical documents.
• Basic math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work assigned shift, overtime, weekends, or holidays as business needs require.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position may include:

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Repetitive hand, wrist, arm, or shoulder movements.
• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, parts, controls, materials, or equipment.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes, face shields, respirators, or protective clothing.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or around moving machinery, if applicable.

Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Range and Benefits (required for NJ)

Pay Range: $21-$30

Benefits: eligible for company benefits on first of month after 30 days of hire, 401k after 90 days.