Blow Mold Operator - Nights - $25

The Coca-Cola Company; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Auburndale, Florida is seeking a Blow Mold Operator to help produce consistent, high-quality bottles for our beverages.

You will operate blow molding equipment, perform changeovers, ensure safety and quality, and maintain records while collaborating across shifts to keep production moving.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years in manufacturing, forklift certification, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; weekend and extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, packaging, or blow molding operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend English safety documentation.
• Certification in forklift operation or willingness to obtain it.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate blow molding equipment and conveyors per SOPs.
• Perform changeovers for bottle types, resins, and line configurations.
• Execute quality checks, preventive maintenance, and sanitation.
• Diagnose alarms and take corrective actions to prevent downtime.
• Safely operate forklifts for material handling.
• Maintain production records and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot variances.
• Support audits, equipment overhauls, and new packaging processes.
• Help standardize processes and update line documentation.
• Serve as primary trainer for new team members.
• Act as a communication link across shifts and departments.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Blow molding

Forklift operation

Quality checks

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At The Coca‑Cola Company, we craft brands and experiences that refresh the world and make a difference. Our manufacturing teams are essential to ensuring that every bottle bearing our name meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and consistency.

As a Blow Mold Operator in our Auburndale, Florida facility, you will play a critical role in the production lifecycle, shaping the bottles that carry our beverages to millions of consumers every day. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment, excel at technical problem-solving, and take pride in precision and efficiency. By bringing your operational expertise, adaptability, and attention to detail, you will help us deliver products that inspire moments of real connection.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Operate all blow molding equipment, including preform conveyors, ovens, blow molders, and airveyors, in alignment with standard operating procedures.

• Execute equipment changeovers for multiple bottle types, resins, and line configurations to support production needs.

• Complete all quality checks, preventive maintenance, and sanitation activities to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Diagnose and respond to machine alarms, access system reports, and take corrective actions to prevent downtime and optimize efficiency.

• Safely operate forklifts for material handling, including loading, staging, and transporting components and chemicals.

• Maintain accurate operations records, production logs, and equipment documentation to ensure traceability and compliance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process variances and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support audits, equipment overhauls, and the introduction of new packaging processes to enhance operational capability.

• Lead process standardization by assisting in the creation and updating of standard operating procedures and line documentation.

• Serve as the primary trainer for new team members, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork.

• Act as a key communication link across shifts and departments, sharing critical updates and contributing to daily operational planning.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, packaging, or blow molding operations.

• Certification in forklift and high-lift operation or readiness to achieve certification within designated timeframes.

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to interpret technical documentation and safety instructions.

• Demonstrated ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring standing and walking for extended periods.

• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and extended hours, to meet production demands.

• Proven success in working collaboratively within team-oriented and high-speed manufacturing environments.

• Strong aptitude for troubleshooting automated systems, monitoring performance indicators, and applying problem-solving techniques.

• Knowledge of safety practices and adherence to established manufacturing protocols in environments with heat, noise, moving equipment, and exposure to chemicals.

• Comfortable working in conditions involving temperature changes, vibrations, heights, and other typical manufacturing variables.

What We’ll Do for You

• Provide targeted technical training to deepen your mechanical and process-control skills in advanced manufacturing systems.

• Offer opportunities to engage with cross-functional teams on initiatives that drive efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

• Create a working environment that encourages innovation, learning, and career growth within our global system.

• Enable you to contribute to projects that influence packaging development and product delivery for some of the world’s most loved brands.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.