Blow Molding Technician 1

Amalie Oil Company; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete Insurance Coverage: Medical,

Job summary

Amalie Oil Company in Charleston, SC, is hiring a Blow Molding Technician 1 for first shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM). The role focuses on operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting blow molding machinery to produce plastic bottles with strict safety, quality, and material-flow standards.

Full-time position, on-site in Charleston, with overtime as needed. Company offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in blow molding and plastic manufacturing is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to use hand tools.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run blow molding machinery to produce plastic bottles, managing heat and pressure settings.
• Inspect finished containers for defects using visual inspections and, often, automated leak detectors.
• Monitor raw materials and ensure consistent, efficient production flow.
• Perform minor maintenance and clean molds while adhering to safety protocols.
• Identify and resolve basic machine errors such as air pressure issues or clogged/flat parts.
• Perform complex machine setups and adjustments to the extruder, mold, and trimmer.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand tools

Leadership

Team player

Job description

Description

AOCUSA | AMALIE OIL COMPANY IS HIRING IN CHARLESTON

Competitive pay and great benefits!

AOCUSA pays the full cost of our Employee’s Health Insurance

We are looking for a BLOW MOLDING TECHNICIAN 1 for the following shift:

First Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Full-Time: Monday – Friday + overtime as needed

OnSite: Charleston, South Carolina

Amalie Oil Company is North America\'s largest privately held independent blender of motor oils and industrial lubricants. With production facilities in Tampa, Florida; Charleston, South Carolina; and the Los Angeles area, Amalie manufactures over 3,000 products and distributes to all 50 states and over 100 countries around the world.

Are you looking for the right opportunity to establish your career? We are growing and need talented team players to join us!

Job Summary

The Blow Molding Technician operates, monitors, and troubleshoots machinery to produce plastic bottles, ensuring high-quality production, proper material flow, and adherence to safety standards. The role involves trimming flash, inspecting finished bottles, packing containers, and conducting minor maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties

• Set up and run blow molding machinery to produce plastic bottles, managing heat and pressure settings.


• Inspect finished containers for defects (e.g., flash, improper weight) using visual inspections and, often, automated leak detectors.


• Monitor raw materials and ensure consistent, efficient production flow.


• Perform minor maintenance (e.g., removing jammed bottles), clean molds, and adhere strictly to safety protocols, including wearing proper safety gear.


• Identifying and resolving basic machine errors, such as air pressure issues or clogged, improperly formed, or flat parts


• Performing complex machine setups, troubleshooting, and making adjustments to the extruder, mold, and trimmer.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in blow molding and plastic manufacturing highly preferred, not required


• Strong attention to detail, ability to use hand tools, and hard working & leadership skills

Work Environment + Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours, able to use stairs, and lift up to 50+ pounds.


• Operate in a hot, fast-paced environment


• Must be comfortable with heights


• Must be open to a flexible schedule, including working 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends

Personal Protective Equipment

• Slip-resistant, safety-toes shoes.


• Eye protection.


• Hearing protection.

Benefits

• Complete Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Supplemental Plans Available


• 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing


• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off


• Free life insurance


• Chaplain Assistance Program


• Medical Expense Reimbursement Program