Blow Mold Operator

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing seeks a Blow Mold Operator I, II & III to join a growing manufacturing team in New Jersey. You will operate blow molding equipment, manage materials, and ensure smooth production while maintaining quality.

The role provides hands-on experience with a clear path for progression from Operator I through Operator III, across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. Pay ranges from 21.00 to 28.00 USD hourly, with benefits eligibility after 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or additional education is a plus.
• Operator levels I-III require increasing years of experience in manufacturing or related environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and technical documents.
• Flexibility to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate blow molding equipment and monitor production while managing resin, regrind, colorant, labels, and other materials.
• Perform quality checks on bottle appearance, color, weight, and leaks; document QA findings and report issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment, perform minor repairs, and support preventive maintenance; senior operators assist with larger repairs.
• Support shift operations by reviewing production requirements, guiding junior operators, and providing technical direction.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Basic math

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Blow Mold Operator I, II & III

Join a growing manufacturing team where you can build your skills and advance through multiple levels of blow molding operations. This opportunity offers hands-on production experience, competitive benefits, and a clear path for development from Operator I through Operator III.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor blow molding equipment, supporting continuous production while maintaining proper resin, regrind, colorant, labels, and other material supplies.
• Perform quality checks for bottle appearance, color, weight, sleeving, leaks, and other specifications; complete required QA documentation and report nonconforming product or production issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment, perform minor repairs and machine/process adjustments, and support preventive maintenance; advanced operators assist with larger repairs and equipment performance.
• Support shift operations by reviewing production requirements, identifying issues, assisting and training junior operators, and providing technical direction as experience increases.

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or additional education is a plus.
• Operator I: 0-1 year; Operator II: 3-5 years; Operator III: 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, production, maintenance, quality, or a related environment.
• Mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, basic math and measurement skills, and the ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, schedules, labels, and technical documents.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed; must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, kneel, and lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Blow molding, plastics manufacturing, machine operation, or high-speed production experience.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, leak detection, quality inspections, machine adjustments, or providing guidance to less-experienced operators.

Schedule & Compensation

• 1st Shift: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM-12:00 AM
• 3rd Shift: 11:30 PM-8:00 AM
• 3 Openings Available
• Pay Range: To be determined based on Operator level. 21.00-28.00
• Benefits eligible the first of the month after 30 days of hire; 401(k) eligible after 90 days.