Early Career Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Blow Mold

Daniels Health; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits from day one

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Job summary

Daniels Health in Racine, WI is seeking a Blow Mold Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will operate blow molding equipment, assist with machine setups, color changes, and basic adjustments while ensuring quality products during each production run.

The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and safety, with a 2nd shift from 2:30PM to 11PM and a 40-hour work week in a non-seasonal, essential healthcare-related operation.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Hands-on, physically active role experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing equipment.
• Dependable attendance and safety commitment.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• History of reliability and longevity in positions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blow molding machinery to meet specifications.
• Trim excess material from molded products.
• Regrind scraps for reuse in production.
• Assist with color changes and tooling changeovers.
• Perform basic machine adjustments and monitor performance.
• Weigh finished products for quality and accuracy.
• Assemble products inserting metal components into plastic parts.
• Safely hand-feed metal components into equipment.
• Package finished products for shipment.
• Follow safety, quality standards, and company policies.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability

Teamwork

Tools

Punch press equipment

Job description

Are you looking to start or grow your career in manufacturing? We are seeking a motivated Blow Mold Machine Operator to join our team in Racine, WI. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, mechanical equipment, and learning new skills in a fast-paced production environment.

In this role, you'll operate and monitor our blow molding equipment, help ensure high-quality products are produced, and work closely with our Maintenance Technician to learn machine setup, color changes, tooling changes, and basic machine adjustments. If you're reliable, eager to learn, and enjoy working with your hands, we'd love to hear from you!

Work site: 3600 S Memorial Dr,Racine, WI 53403

What will your job involve?

• Operate and monitor blow molding machinery to produce quality products that meet specifications
• Trim excess material from molded products
• Regrind scrap material and non-conforming parts for reuse in the manufacturing process
• Assist with machine color changes and tooling changeovers
• Perform basic machine adjustments and monitor machine performance during production runs
• Weigh finished products to verify quality and machine accuracy
• Assemble products by inserting metal components into plastic parts using punch press equipment
• Safely hand-feed metal components into production equipment
• Package finished products for shipment
• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies
• Lift and move materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the shift

What are we looking for?

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience is preferred, but we welcome candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Experience in a hands-on, physically active, or labor-intensive role
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in manufacturing equipment
• Dependable attendance and a commitment to workplace safety
• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• A history of reliability and longevity in previous positions is a plus

Why work for us?

• Job stability – as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof
• Consistent work hours – Monday – Friday position 2ndshift (2:30PM - 11PM)
• Benefits – Full time roles are provided benefits, sick leave and vacation leave from day one!
• Permanent position – This is a Full‑time permanent role of 40 hours per week
• Competitive salary – This position is offering a rate of $20.00 per hour!!

Who are we?

We are a healthcare service company providing safety systems and medical waste collection for hospitals, medical centers, surgical centers, nursing homes and an array of customers within the healthcare setting. Our focus is delivering quality and safety-focused medical waste management services that reduce needlestick injuries, positively impact infection control and reduce environmental burden. As a service to our customers we dispose and treat medical waste on site at our treatment facilities across the U.S.

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Daniels Health conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the post‑offer hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.