Blow Molding Engineer

Greif, Inc.; Dilovası; On-site; TRY 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Greif, Inc. in Dilovası, Türkiye, is seeking a Blow Moulding Engineer to lead extrusion blow moulding operations. You will set up, run, and optimize processes, ensuring targets meet quality and efficiency standards while maintaining safe manufacturing practices.

The role requires deep hands-on experience with HDPE and polymer materials, mould changes, product changeovers, and process validation. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Blow Moulding operations.
• Proven experience with mould changes, product changeovers, and process parameter adjustments.
• Experience processing HDPE and other polymer materials used in specialized blow moulding applications.
• Experience supporting preventive maintenance activities and troubleshooting equipment-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor Extrusion Blow Moulding machines in accordance with production schedules, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Perform machine start-ups and shutdowns, mould changes, and product changeovers safely and efficiently.
• Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining required quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, process, and downtime records.
• Analyze process and production performance and adjust machine parameters to optimize cycle time, product quality, scrap rates, and overall equipment efficiency.
• Optimize key EBM process parameters, including extrusion, parison control, mold closing, blowing, cooling, and cycle conditions.
• Identify the root causes of quality defects, machine failures, and process deviations using structured problem-solving techniques and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve process stability and operational performance.
• Support the processing of HDPE and other specialized polymer materials and compounds, including materials with specific barrier, adhesive, conductive, or antistatic properties.
• Provide hands-on technical support to operators and production teams when required.
• Perform and verify product quality checks in accordance with established procedures, specifications, and control plans.
• Ensure products consistently meet customer, regulatory, and company quality requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and other operational excellence programs.
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality teams to identify root causes and develop sustainable technical solutions.
• Support production trials, process development activities, and new product introductions.
• Assist with new mould validation, equipment qualification, process validation, and production start-up activities.
• Provide hands-on technical support during mould trials, process development, and equipment commissioning.
• Participate in special projects related to manufacturing improvements, process optimization, and operational excellence.
• Provide technical expertise and practical input during process development and optimization initiatives.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Promote a safe working environment and immediately report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.

Job description

Job Requisition #: 035468 Blow Molding Engineer (Open)

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations

Set up, operate, and monitor Extrusion Blow Moulding machines in accordance with production schedules, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.

Perform machine start-ups and shutdowns, mould changes, and product changeovers safely and efficiently.

Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining required quality standards.

Maintain accurate production, quality, process, and downtime records.

Process Optimization & Troubleshooting

Analyze process and production performance and adjust machine parameters to optimize cycle time, product quality, scrap rates, and overall equipment efficiency.

Optimize key EBM process parameters, including extrusion, parison control, mold closing, blowing, cooling, and cycle conditions.

Identify the root causes of quality defects, machine failures, and process deviations using structured problem-solving techniques and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve process stability and operational performance.

Support the processing of HDPE and other specialized polymer materials and compounds, including materials with specific barrier, adhesive, conductive, or antistatic properties.

Provide hands-on technical support to operators and production teams when required.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Perform and verify product quality checks in accordance with established procedures, specifications, and control plans.

Ensure products consistently meet customer, regulatory, and company quality requirements.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and other operational excellence programs.

Engineering Support & Validation Activities

Work closely with Engineering and Quality teams to identify root causes and develop sustainable technical solutions.

Support production trials, process development activities, and new product introductions.

Assist with new mould validation, equipment qualification, process validation, and production start-up activities.

Provide hands-on technical support during mould trials, process development, and equipment commissioning.

Participate in special projects related to manufacturing improvements, process optimization, and operational excellence.

Provide technical expertise and practical input during process development and optimization initiatives.

Safety & Compliance

Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.

Promote a safe working environment and immediately report unsafe conditions or practices.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.

Requirements

Education

Technical High School Diploma, Vocational School Diploma, or equivalent technical education.

Additional training or certification in plastics processing, extrusion blow moulding, or related manufacturing processes is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Blow Moulding operations.

Proven experience with mould changes, product changeovers, and process parameter adjustments.

Experience processing HDPE and other polymer materials used in specialized blow moulding applications.

Experience supporting preventive maintenance activities and troubleshooting equipment-related issues.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Blow Moulding processes, machinery, moulds, and auxiliary equipment.

Good understanding of extrusion and blow molding process variables and their impact on product quality and performance.

Ability to troubleshoot process and equipment issues independently and effectively.

Understanding of material behavior and processing requirements for different polymer grades and specialized compounds.

Familiarity with quality systems, process controls, production documentation, and manufacturing standards.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, procedures, specifications, and work instructions.

Good understanding of manufacturing KPIs such as cycle time, scrap, downtime, OEE, and production efficiency.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth.

Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.

EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.