Blow Mold Machine Operator

Randstad USA; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Hire

Benefits available

Overtime opportunities

Growth and training

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking experienced Blow Mold Machine Operators for direct hire opportunities in Woodridge, IL. We are looking for operators who can independently run blow molding equipment, complete changeovers, make process adjustments, troubleshoot production issues, and maintain quality.

Salary ranges from $40,000 to $52,000 per year with 8 AM–4 PM work hours. Benefits available, overtime opportunities, and long-term growth and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous blow molding machine experience required.
• Experience with extrusion blow molding strongly preferred.
• Machine setup and changeover experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with resins such as HDPE, LDPE, PP, PET, PETG, or PVC preferred.
• Experience with Bekum, Uniloy, Graham, Fischer, Sterling, or similar equipment is a plus.
• Available for 2nd or 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate blow molding machines.
• Perform machine startups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Complete mold and tooling changes.
• Monitor and adjust temperatures, pressures, speeds, cooling, and cycle times.
• Troubleshoot machine and product quality issues.
• Identify defects and make appropriate process adjustments.
• Monitor material and resin flow.
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and basic troubleshooting.
• Inspect finished products for quality and consistency.
• Document production, scrap, and downtime.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Blow molding

Machine setup

Changeovers

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

HDPE/LDPE/PP/PET/PETG/PVC

Education

High School

Tools

Bekum

Uniloy

Graham

Fischer

Sterling

Job description

Location

Woodridge, IL

Shift

1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift

Pay

Competitive, based on experience

Industry

Plastics / Packaging Manufacturing

Role Summary

Randstad USA is seeking experienced Blow Mold Machine Operators for direct hire opportunities in Woodridge, IL. We are looking for operators who can independently run blow molding equipment, complete changeovers, make process adjustments, troubleshoot production issues, and maintain quality.

Qualifications

• Previous blow molding machine experience required
• Experience with extrusion blow molding strongly preferred
• Machine setup and changeover experience
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues
• strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience working with plastic resins such as HDPE, LDPE, PP, PET, PETG, or PVC preferred
• Experience with Bekum, Uniloy, Graham, Fischer, Sterling, or similar equipment is a plus
• Available for 2nd or 3rd shift

Compensation & Benefits

• Direct Hire
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Benefits available
• Overtime opportunities
• Long-term growth and training opportunities

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Salary

salary: $40,000 - $52,000 per year

Work Hours

Work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate blow molding machines
• Perform machine startups, shutdowns, and changeovers
• Complete mold and tooling changes
• Monitor and adjust temperatures, pressures, speeds, cooling, and cycle times
• Troubleshoot machine and product quality issues
• Identify defects and make appropriate process adjustments
• Monitor material and resin flow
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and basic troubleshooting
• Inspect finished products for quality and consistency
• Document production, scrap, and downtime
• Follow all safety and quality procedures

Essential Functions

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 10 hours at one time
• working up to 10 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• Bekum
• Uniloy
• Graham
• Fischer
• Sterling
• Blow Molding
• Mold Changes
• Temperature Control
• Pressure Adjustment
• HDPE
• LDPE
• PP
• PET

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Experience

• Experienced
• 3 years

Education

• High School

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].