Extrusion Blow Molding Technician

DIRECT HIRE

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS

MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION START ON DAY 1

RELOCATION BASED ON LOCATION

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking an Extrusion Blow Molding Technician to work at a premier manufacturing client in New York, NY. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $30.00 - $34.00/hour

Shifts:

2nd or 3rd shift, 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., plus overtime every other weekend, 3rd Shift: Monday–Friday, 10:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m., plus overtime every other weekend. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, rotating schedules as needed and participate in an on-call rotation is expected, standing and walking for a full shift.

Why you should apply to be Extrusion Blow Molding Technician:

• Competitive pay rate with additional shift differential for 2nd shift

• $5,000 sign-on bonus (ask your recruiter for eligibility and payment details)

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits start on Day 1

• Paid time off, company holidays, and paid parental leave

• Relocation assistance available based on location

• Annual performance bonus, merit increases, and career advancement opportunities

• 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and comprehensive insurance options

• Work with a respected industry leader manufacturing products that support scientists, healthcare professionals, and researchers globally

What’s a typical day as Extrusion Blow Molding Technician? You’ll be:

• Setting up and starting extrusion blow molding and other molding machines per production schedules

• Performing mold changes, tooling changeovers, and equipment setups safely and efficiently

• Installing, aligning, and removing molds, tooling, and machine components

• Adjusting process parameters for optimal product quality and productivity

• Monitoring machine performance and making process adjustments as needed

• Conducting first-piece inspections and supporting ongoing product quality verification

• Troubleshooting molding, tooling, material, process, and equipment issues to minimize downtime

• Performing preventive maintenance on molds, tooling, machines, and associated equipment

• Collaborating with production, maintenance, quality, automation, and engineering teams

• Mentoring or training other employees and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

• Following all safety, quality, GMP, and company policies and procedures

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (technical training preferred)

• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Bring experience setting up, operating, or troubleshooting molding machines in manufacturing

• Have knowledge of plastics materials and processing techniques

• Are comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Show a strong commitment to safety, quality, documentation, and continuous improvement

Preferred:

• Two years of extrusion blow molding process technician experience

• Experience with injection blow molding or injection molding (or willingness to learn extrusion)

• Familiarity with engineering plastics and resins (HDPE, LDPE, PP, PMP, FEP, PFA)

• Experience with industry-standard equipment (Bekum, Davis-Standard, Kautex, Milacron, Graham, Plastiblow, etc.)

• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems

• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, or vision inspection systems

• Background in regulated manufacturing environments

• Experience mentoring or training others

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for a full shift, bend, reach, and lift up to 40 lbs

• Comfortable working around loud equipment, elevated temperatures, and moving machinery

• Must adhere to cleanroom…