BM Operator 1

Performance Fluid Experts Group; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 30 days

Job summary

Performance Fluid Experts Group is seeking a Blow Mold Operator I to learn and support basic production tasks in a manufacturing setting. You will review shift needs with supervision, assist in blender calibration, and ensure safe, efficient machine operation while maintaining quality standards.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and reliability, with opportunities to gain hands-on mechanical skills, report issues promptly, and work a schedule that may include overtime or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional education or technical training preferred.
• 0-1 year of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, maintenance, quality, or related environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with developing troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, safety rules, production schedules, labels, specifications, or technical documents.
• Basic math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work assigned shift, overtime, weekends, or holidays as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Review shift requirements with Team Lead or Supervisor and process leftover regrind.
• Observe and learn blender calibration process.
• Assist in safe, efficient blow molding machine operation.
• Maintain safe, efficient, and continuous machine operation.
• Report production delays, risks, or issues.
• Monitor bottle quality to QA standards.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments as directed.
• Monitor supplies of resins, colorant, and labels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Reading docs

Teamwork

Punctuality

Problem solving

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Blow Mold Operator I is a developmental role focused on learning, assisting, basic quality checks, minor repairs, and following direction of senior operators.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operator I starts by reviewing shift requirements with the Team Lead or Supervisor, processing leftover regrind, and verifying that screens are clean and safe.
• Observing and learning the blender calibration process.
• Assists in ensuring blow molding machines operate safely, efficiently, and continuously.
• Assists in maintaining safe, efficient, and continuous machine operation.
• Responsible for reporting production delays, risks, or issues.
• Monitors and ensures bottle quality meets QA standards.
• Performs minor mechanical repairs and machine adjustmentsas directedand reports more extensive issues.
• Monitors and maintains adequate supplies of resins, colorant, and labels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities

All employees are responsible for working safely and supporting a strong safety culture. Responsibilities include:

• Following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately reporting unsafe conditions, injuries, near misses, spills, or equipment concerns.
• Using required PPE properly.
• Participating in safety training and meetings.
• Following lockout/tagout, machine guarding, hazard communication, emergency response, and other required safety practices.
• Stopping work or escalating concerns when an unsafe condition exists.

Quality Responsibilities

The employee is responsible for supporting product and process quality by:

• Following quality standards, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Reporting nonconforming materials, products, or processes.
• Completing required quality documentation accurately.
• Participating in corrective actions or continuous improvement activities.
• Understanding how the role impacts customer satisfaction, compliance, and company performance.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate must have:

• High school diploma or GED required; additional education or technical training preferred.
• 0-1 year of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, maintenance, quality, or related environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with developing troubleshooting skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, safety rules, production schedules, labels, specifications, or technical documents.
• Basic math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work assigned shift, overtime, weekends, or holidays as business needs require.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position may include:

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50pounds.
• Repetitive hand, wrist, arm, or shoulder movements.
• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, parts, controls, materials, or equipment.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes, face shields, respirators, or protective clothing.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or around moving machinery, if applicable.

Note:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Range and Benefits:

$21-$27 per hour. Benefits eligible on 1st of month after 30 days of employment.