BM Operator 2

Performance Fluid Experts Group; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k after 90 days

Job summary

Performance Fluid Experts Group is seeking a Blow Mold Operator II to run multiple blow molding machines with strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to support junior operators on the floor. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and adherence to production schedules, with responsibilities spanning start-of-shift planning, QA checks, and basic maintenance to keep lines productive and compliant.

This role requires a high school diploma, 3-5 years in manufacturing, and the flexibility to work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, maintenance, quality, or related environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with advanced troubleshooting skills.
• 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 carry-over quantities, scheduled production, and raw material availability.
• Verify leak detectors and provide relief coverage for the Senior Operator.
• Safely operate several blow molding machines and maintain continuous operation.
• Ensure bottle quality, color, weight, sleeving, and QA specifications are met.
• Perform ongoing QA checks and maintain QA documentation and leak detector checks.
• Report production delays, risks, or issues.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and assist with maintenance.
• Maintain adequate supplies of dyes and resins.
• Train, guide, and support junior operators.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Follow instructions

Reading specs

Math and measurement

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Punctuality

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Blow Mold Operator II is an independent operator role with strong troubleshooting skills, multiple-machine operation abilities, and informal support of junior operators.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operator II expands start-of-shift responsibilities to include reviewing and verifying carry-over quantities, scheduled production, and raw material availability.
• Operator II also verifies leak detectors and provides relief coverage for the Senior Operator when needed.
• Safely operatesseveral blow molding machinesand is responsible for continuous operation in accordance with scheduled work orders.
• Ensures bottle quality, color, weight, sleeving, and QA specifications are met.
• Performs ongoing QA checks and ensures QA documentation and leak detector checks.
• Responsible for reporting production delays, risks, or issues.
• Performs minor mechanical repairs, assists with more extensive maintenance, completes preventive maintenance, and makes machine/process adjustments.
• Maintains adequate supplies of dyes and resins to ensure uninterrupted machine operation.
• Trains, guides, and supports junior operators.
• 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.
• 3-5 year of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, maintenance, quality, or related environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with advanced 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 50 pounds.
• 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 (required for NJ)

Pay Range: $21-$30

Benefits: eligible for company benefits on first of month after 30 days of hire, 401k after 90 days.