Blow Mold Operator

📍 Akron, OH
🕖 1st Shift
💰 Starting at $16.00 per hour
⏱ Full-Time | Hourly

Apply with Express Employment Professionals – Akron

Express Employment Professionals in Akron is currently hiring a Blow Mold Operator for a manufacturing facility specializing in plastic components. This role is ideal for candidates with manufacturing or machine‑operation experience who are detail‑oriented and quality‑focused.

The Blow Mold Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring blow molding machines that form plastic parts. This role ensures parts meet quality standards by performing inspections, adjusting plastic flow, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining accurate production and scrap records.

• Operate and monitor automatic blow molding machines
• Perform start‑up checklist activities at the beginning of each shift
• Conduct first, middle, and last part inspections and log all findings
• Adjust plastic flow and machine settings as needed during production
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and notify supervisors of malfunctions
• Remove molded parts from conveyors or molds
• Tear, rip, and trim excess flash from molded parts
• Inspect parts for defects such as bubbles, splits, or thin areas
• Move flash and rejected parts to re‑grind containers for recycling
• Calculate and record production and scrap totals
• Follow all work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Participate in TPS/Kaizen activities and continuous improvement efforts
• Perform daily 5S activities to maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety and quality standards

In support of the company’s quality system objectives, the Blow Mold Operator has the authority to:

• Initiate actions to prevent product or process non‑conformities
• Identify, document, and report quality issues
• Recommend and assist in implementing corrective actions
• Verify the effectiveness of implemented solutions
• Stop or control further processing of nonconforming products

• High school diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, work instructions, and procedure manuals
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, ratios, and percentages
• Ability to interpret charts and production data
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram instructions

• Manufacturing plant environment
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, humidity, and heat
• Moderate noise levels
• Standing for extended periods
• Ability to lift:
  • Up to 25 lbs regularly
  • Up to 50 lbs frequently
• Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals

• 💵 Starting pay at $16/hour
• 🕖 Stable 1st shift schedule
• ✅ Weekly pay
• 🤝 Local support from dedicated employment specialists
• 📈 Long‑term and career growth opportunities

Apply today with Express Employment Professionals – Akron:

📞 Phone: 234‑260‑3535
🌐 Website: https://www.expresspros.com/AkronOH

Or contact our Akron office to speak directly with an employment specialist.

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