Blow Moulding Machine Operator

Talent Finder; Wirral; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Birkenhead is seeking a Blow Moulding Machine Operator to manage and maintain production machinery. The ideal candidate should have experience with stretch blow moulding machinery and a strong understanding of mechanical concepts. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000, alongside benefits like annual leave and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory workplace pension plan

Hands-on technical experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience in operating stretch blow moulding machinery.
• Understanding of mechanical concepts and a willingness to develop technical skills.
• FLT licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor Two-Stage Stretch Blow Mould Machines.
• Perform mould changeovers and install accessories.
• Conduct routine quality checks and basic maintenance.
• Manage preform process parameters.
• Identify and resolve machine malfunctions.

Skills

Operating stretch blow moulding machinery

Mechanical understanding

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Overview

Blow Moulding Machine Operator | Birkenhead | Full Time | Alternating shifts: 06:00–14:00 or 14:00–22:00, Monday to Friday | £30,000-£35,000 per annum

Our client is a privately-owned company specialising in the production and supply of household laundry and cleaning products. They supply several national and international customers with their own brand of laundry and cleaning products.

They have laboratory, blending, and packing facilities at their Birkenhead premises to produce their household, laundry, and cleaning products. They develop, scale up, and produce all their formulations in-house.

They develop their own formulations for products to match briefs from their customers; these are blended and packaged at their manufacturing facilities in Birkenhead.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor Two-Stage Stretch Blow Mould Machines (SMI rotatory type)
• Perform mould changeovers and install accessories as needed
• Conduct routine quality checks and basic maintenance
• Manage preform process parameters and coordinate with the Operations Manager
• Record machine parameters, maintenance activities, and production outputs
• Identify and resolve machine malfunctions or product defects
• Follow strict health and safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment

Requirements

• Previous experience operating stretch blow moulding machinery
• Understanding of mechanical concepts and a willingness to develop technical skills
• FLT licence preferred

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000 per annum
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory workplace pension plan
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, growing company with hands-on technical experience

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