HDPE/PET Blow Molding Line Operator

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time job

Benefits

Career growth

Training

Safety culture

Job summary

Pretium Packaging on the manufacturing floor seeks a hands-on operator to run blow molding and related equipment, ensuring safety and quality of every batch. You’ll pair with an experienced tech, learn the rhythm of the lines, and progress to start-ups, changeovers, and routine maintenance.

You’ll monitor output, document adjustments, and participate in continuous improvement while upholding food safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years in manufacturing or machine operation.
• Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to follow procedures and production specs.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust blow molding and supporting equipment to meet output and quality targets.
• Complete start-ups, set-ups, and basic troubleshooting during changeovers.
• Review machine performance with the prior shift; keep equipment running efficiently.
• Perform routine adjustments and preventive maintenance; promptly report mechanical concerns.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Document adjustments, process updates, and quality issues with accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area; follow safety policies.
• Report hazards immediately and participate in safety training.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Reading Procedures

Basic Computer Literacy

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Injection Molding

Extrusion

Blow Molding

Job description

Own the Line. Elevate the Standard.

Pretium Packaging is looking for a hands‑on operator who turns machines, materials, and specs into reliable, high‑quality packaging—safely and consistently.

Imagine Your First Week

You pair up with a seasoned tech, walk the floor, and learn the rhythm of your lines. By week’s end, you’re reviewing shift handoffs, dialing in parameters, running start‑ups, and completing a changeover—confidently and safely.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Full‑time, direct hire stability
• Competitive pay and full benefits
• Career growth with structured advancement
• Ongoing training and skill development
• A team‑first culture where safety leads every decision

What You’ll Do

• Operate, monitor, and adjust blow molding and supporting equipment to meet output and quality targets
• Complete start‑ups, set‑ups, and basic troubleshooting during changeovers
• Review machine performance with the prior shift; keep equipment running efficiently
• Perform routine adjustments and preventive maintenance; promptly report mechanical concerns

Quality You Can Measure

• Conduct inspections and quality checks to ensure products meet specifications
• Document adjustments, process updates, and quality issues with accuracy
• Identify defects, correct root causes, and follow all quality procedures and work instructions

Materials, Cleanliness, and Safety

• Track raw material levels to avoid interruptions
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from debris
• Follow safety policies, wear required PPE, report hazards immediately, and participate in safety training

Food Safety Commitment

• Verify activities align with food safety, GMP, and quality requirements
• Ensure product‑contact surfaces are restored to sanitary condition after work is performed
• Accurately complete all food safety and quality documentation
• Immediately report any food safety, quality, or process concerns to supervision

Responsible for food safety, food quality, and site safety.

Be the Teammate Everyone Wants

• Follow plant job specifications and task requirements
• Support overtime, scheduled shutdowns, and special projects
• Engage in required meetings and training
• Tackle additional duties as assigned

What It TakesRequired (Preferred)

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1–2 years in manufacturing, machine operation, or production
• Mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to follow written procedures and production specifications

Preferred Experience

• Plastics manufacturing or packaging industry background
• Machine set‑ups and changeovers
• Fast‑paced production environment experience

Physical Realities & Schedule

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently
• Stand and walk on concrete floors for long periods
• Bend, stoop, twist, reach, push, and pull throughout your shift
• Use hands to handle tools, equipment, and materials
• Work a 12‑hour shift schedule
• Close vision required for precise inspections

Where You’ll Work

• Manufacturing floor with production machinery and moving equipment
• Moderate to high noise—hearing protection required
• Temperature variations typical of industrial facilities
• Exposure to plastics manufacturing processes

Tech You’ll Touch

• Injection Molding Machine (Toyo, Milacron, Toshiba, Niigata, Arburg, Van Dorn, Engel, Husky, Nissei, Sodick, Sumitomo, Haitian, Bole)
• Extrusion Machine
• Blow Molding Machine

Strengths That Set You Apart

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Injection Molding Experience
• Blow Molding Experience

Grow Your Career

Pretium Packaging invests in people—offering stability, training, and advancement in a growing manufacturing organization grounded in safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pretium Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.