Injection Blow Moulding Manager- Parison Extrusion

Talentsphere; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging manufacturing company seeks a capable manager to oversee production operations in parison extrusion blow moulding. The role involves ensuring compliance with ISO standards, maintaining product quality, and leading a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will possess a strong technical background and previous supervisory experience in a similar setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in an extrusion blow moulding plant.
• Supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage team overseeing production efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure ISO standards are maintained in product quality.
• Lead daily operations of parison blow moulding lines.

Skills

Parison Extrusion

Manager

Injection Blow Moulding

Injection Blow Moulding Manager

Education

Technical qualification in mechanical or electrical or related

Job description

A well-known plastics injection moulding packaging manufacturing company requires the above to lead a team overseeing the efficient and compliant production of large plastic components using parison extrusion blow moulding technology.
Minimum requirements for the role:

• A technical qualification in either mechanical or electrical or related is preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience having worked in an extrusion blow moulding plant, having worked with parison extrusion blow moulding technology on large components.
• Previous supervisory or management experience is essential for the role.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards and audit processes.
• Must be familiar with handling and processing materials like HDPE, PP, and other industrial thermoplastics.
• Technical proficiency in parison control and large-part moulding parameters is essential.
• Must have a solid understanding of quality systems, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Must have strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing and team and overseeing the efficient and compliant production of large plastic components using parison extrusion blow moulding technology.
• Managing production operations, ensuring compliance with iso standards, maintaining product quality, and leading a team in a safety-conscious and process-driven environment.
• Leading and coordinating the day-to-day operation of large-part parison blow moulding lines.
• Setting and monitoring production targets for volume, quality, and efficiency.
• Overseeing mould changeovers and process validation for new or modified products.
• Ensuring full adherence to ISO 9001 (quality management) by maintaining documented procedures, control plans, and quality records.
• Supporting compliance with ISO 14001 (environmental management) by monitoring waste reduction, energy use, and environmental impact.
• Enforcing ISO 45001 (occupational health & safety) standards through safe work practices, risk assessments, and incident reporting.
• Participating in iso audits, root cause analyses, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Driving lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen, and waste reduction.
• Monitoring OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and take corrective actions to improve performance.
• Suggesting tooling improvements and process upgrades to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Overseeing in-process inspections and quality checks to ensure consistent wall thickness, structural integrity, and appearance.
• Investigating and addressing internal non-conformances and customer complaints.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

Desired Skills:

• Parison Extrusion
• Manager
• Injection Blow Moulding
• Injection Blow Moulding Manager