Lead - Blow Mold

Cool Gear International; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The role requires at least 1 year blow-molding experience, a high school diploma, English proficiency, and the ability to work in a hot, high-noise warehouse environment. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency required.
• Minimum 1 year blow‑molding experience.
• English reading/writing/speaking proficient.
• Basic math skills (add/subtract/multiply/divide).
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand up to 12 hours.
• Work environment: warehouse, hot/humid summers, high noise; PPE required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production activities on blow-molding lines including testing and packing.
• Train and supervise operators; provide relief as needed.
• Promote safety, quality, and environmental standards; report incidents.
• Ensure procedures followed; disposition non-conformances.
• Maintain BOM/Work Order labels and accurate attendance records.
• Enter process statistics and generate Oracle reports daily.

Skills

Blow molding

Leadership

Communication

Safety

6S

Oracle

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Igloo Products Corp is an iconic and fast‑growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years as the leader in the housewares market, Igloo has pivoted to a high‑growth lifestyle brand for outside activities associated with fun, family, and friends.

Founded as a metalworking shop bringing fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field, Igloo invented the Playmate and became America’s most recognizable brand of ice chests. Today, Igloo has 90%+ brand awareness and is #1 in market share in the U.S., a pioneer in sustainability with biodegradable coolers and coolers made from post‑consumer recycled resin, and a growing DTC business that builds direct relationships with consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands, creating an opportunity to grow both brands together on a global scale.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Lead – Blow Mold.

This role: You will be involved in production labor staffing, efficiency, quality, and safety. The Blow Mold Lead will have working knowledge of all blow‑mold machines and will provide relief and training to operators as needed.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate production activities related to manufacture and/or assembly, testing and packing as required.
• Communicate quickly and effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Promote safety, quality, and environmental awareness; ensure safe working practices are followed and all accidents, hazards, near misses, and property damage are reported in a timely manner.
• Ensure production activities are carried out according to approved procedures, and all non‑conformances are dispositioned and approved as required.
• Provide clear instructions and training, along with correct tools and PPE; explain and demonstrate blow‑molding procedures to employees who need assistance.
• Maintain accurate labor and machine attendance sheets.
• Maintain housekeeping by 6S standards in the assigned work area; keep work areas free of trash and unnecessary items.
• Ensure correct Bill of Materials (BOM) and Work Order labels are present at each process/machine.
• Ensure assembly components and materials are requested and delivered from the warehouse.
• Ensure all production is counted, tagged, and sent to the warehouse, and unused components are returned at the end of the run.
• Monitor production quantities for color and mold changes and product completion.
• Enter process statistics and generate Oracle reports daily.
• Inspect part quality at assigned machines to assure acceptable quality parts and prevent mass production of defective parts.
• Write scrap tickets for non‑conforming parts for processing in the Post‑Prime area; oversee all scrap tickets during the shift.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Run all machines and auxiliary equipment as needed.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance on blow‑molding and auxiliary equipment.
• Seek solutions for technical problems associated with assigned processes.
• Follow up on trials of new processes.
• Ensure production activities are carried out within scheduled machine and labor hours.
• Perform process verification prior to job commencement.
• Communicate machine status and unacceptable part quality to the supervisor.
• Follow Inspection and Test Plan.
• Ensure MRB is cleared at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

What do we offer?

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short‑term & Long‑term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• Experience: Minimum one (1) year of blow‑molding experience.
• English language skills: Able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Math skills: Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Physical demands: Able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs multiple times a day during a 12‑hour shift; bend and stand in difficult positions up to 12 hours; manipulate tools with both hands and stand for long hours; minimum height requirement 60 inches.
• Work environment: Warehouse environment, hot and humid in summer months, cold in winter months; high noise requiring hearing protection.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Familiarity with industrial products.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Oracle.

Physical Demands & Conditions

Applicable to Igloo operators, technicians, leaders, and other manufacturing roles.

Standing & Walking

Roles may involve extended periods (up to 12 hours) of standing and walking, including moving at a brisk pace and occasional stair climbing.

Postural Requirements

Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in low or awkward positions during production or maintenance tasks.

• Operator‑level roles may involve lifting up to 25 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Technician‑level roles may involve lifting up to 50 lbs multiple times per day, including overhead lifts.
• Where possible, mechanical aids (e.g., hoists, forklifts) are used.

Fine Motor Skills & Tool Use

Use of both hands is required to operate tools, perform adjustments, and handle assembly materials with precision.

Visual Requirements

Sufficient visual acuity (e.g., 20/40 with or without correction) is necessary for tasks involving inspection and safe equipment operation.

Environmental Conditions

• Work is performed in a production setting where seasonal temperatures may range from 100–120 °F (with humidity) in summer to cooler conditions in winter.
• High noise levels are common; hearing protection is provided and required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as ear protection, safety glasses, steel‑toed shoes, gloves, and protective clothing may be required depending on the task.

Additional Job Considerations

These roles can be physically demanding, involving repetitive motions and long hours. Technicians may be required to handle heavy molds and materials; use of material handling equipment is provided and encouraged.

Our Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together we build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star?

Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Igloo offers equal opportunities for everyone. Equal opportunities mean that all employees shall be treated according to their abilities and qualifications in every employment decision, including but not limited to hiring, advancement, compensation benefits, training, lay‑offs and termination. Any form of discrimination or harassment against employees due to personal factors, such as gender, ethnicity, skin color, age, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, and pregnancy or employees with family responsibilities is prohibited.

All applicants must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Igloo supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights. We do not tolerate child labor or any form of modern slavery, including forced, bonded or compulsory labor, physical or psychological punishment or human trafficking.

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