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Blow Mold Operator jobs are open across plastics manufacturing, packaging, consumer goods, and automotive suppliers, from entry-level machine operators to senior process technicians, with specializations in HDPE production, PET bottle molding, and extrusion blow molding. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Req ID: 257562
This role will require significant travel to San Antonio, along with periodic travel to Houston and Fort Worth.
General Purpose
The Process Engineer - Blow Mold Equipment provides remote and on-site technical support to maintenance teams, particularly during major overhauls, CAPEX projects and equipment breakdowns across production lines.
This role is also responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving specialized training programs focused on blow mold equipment used in the production lines for soft drinks and water.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as SME for blow mold technologies across CCSWB.
- Design/execute field tests and manage projects, including planning and tracking.
- Communicate technical information clearly; document and share key data with stakeholders.
- Develop SOPs and deliver hands-on maintenance training.
- Conduct root cause analysis and failure investigations for equipment issues.
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Create maintenance training materials covering:
- Blow molding technologies (rotary, high-speed systems)
- Equipment operation, maintenance, and sanitation
- Preform handling and heating systems
- Troubleshooting, diagnostics, and changeovers
- Quality standards and compliance requirements
- Provide pre-, during-, and post-intervention support for production operations.
- Perform process analysis and guide teams in complex troubleshooting scenarios.
- Analyze predictive maintenance data for critical equipment.
- Maintain and update technical records and databases for blow mold assets.
- Evaluate vendors and recommend solutions.
- Assess equipment condition and identify CAPEX investment needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs or management direction.
Work Environment
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field
- 5-10 years of experience in blow mold equipment (Industrial projects or maintenance)
- Knowledge of industrial codes and standards (ISO, OSHA, FDA)
- Experience with blow mold equipment from OEMs, such as Krones, KHS, and Sidel
- Significant travel (75%)
Preferred:
- Experience in the beverage industry
- Familiarity with automation systems and integration with blow mold equipment
- Project Management training
- Root cause analysis / failure analysis training
- Microsoft 365-Intermediate level
- Microsoft Project – Intermediate level
- Experience providing training (Industry or Academy).
- AutoCAD 2D & 3D – Intermediate level
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain Texas or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. Please inform us at talentacquisition@cocacolaswb.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Req ID: 257562
This role will require significant travel to San Antonio, along with periodic travel to Houston and Fort Worth.
General Purpose
The Process Engineer - Blow Mold Equipment provides remote and on-site technical support to maintenance teams, particularly during major overhauls, CAPEX projects and equipment breakdowns across production lines.
This role is also responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving specialized training programs focused on blow mold equipment used in the production lines for soft drinks and water.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as SME for blow mold technologies across CCSWB.
- Design/execute field tests and manage projects, including planning and tracking.
- Communicate technical information clearly; document and share key data with stakeholders.
- Develop SOPs and deliver hands-on maintenance training.
- Conduct root cause analysis and failure investigations for equipment issues.
-
Create maintenance training materials covering:
- Blow molding technologies (rotary, high-speed systems)
- Equipment operation, maintenance, and sanitation
- Preform handling and heating systems
- Troubleshooting, diagnostics, and changeovers
- Quality standards and compliance requirements
- Provide pre-, during-, and post-intervention support for production operations.
- Perform process analysis and guide teams in complex troubleshooting scenarios.
- Analyze predictive maintenance data for critical equipment.
- Maintain and update technical records and databases for blow mold assets.
- Evaluate vendors and recommend solutions.
- Assess equipment condition and identify CAPEX investment needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs or management direction.
Work Environment
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field
- 5-10 years of experience in blow mold equipment (Industrial projects or maintenance)
- Knowledge of industrial codes and standards (ISO, OSHA, FDA)
- Experience with blow mold equipment from OEMs, such as Krones, KHS, and Sidel
- Significant travel (75%)
Preferred:
- Experience in the beverage industry
- Familiarity with automation systems and integration with blow mold equipment
- Project Management training
- Root cause analysis / failure analysis training
- Microsoft 365-Intermediate level
- Microsoft Project – Intermediate level
- Experience providing training (Industry or Academy).
- AutoCAD 2D & 3D – Intermediate level
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain Texas or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. Please inform us at talentacquisition@cocacolaswb.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Know Your Rights dol.gov
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Chemicals & Materials
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in blow mold operator jobs.
- 1-3 years of experience operating extrusion or injection blow molding equipment
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and quality specifications
- Experience with HDPE, PET, PP, or other common blow molding resins
- Knowledge of mold changeovers, startups, shutdowns, and basic troubleshooting
- Familiarity with quality inspection tools including calipers, scales, and wall-thickness gauges
- High school diploma or GED required by most employers
Tips for Your Blow Mold Operator Job Search
Quantify your machine output on your resume
List the specific blow molding machines you've run, the materials you've processed, and the cycle times or daily output you maintained. Hiring managers scan for machine names like Bekum, Uniloy, or Wilmington, not just generic 'blow molding experience.'
Highlight your troubleshooting and defect experience
Employers want operators who can identify and correct flash, wall thickness variation, and parison sag without supervisor intervention. Call out specific defect types you've resolved and the adjustments you made to die gap, parison programming, or cooling time.
Target postings that match your shift and resin type
Filter openings by the resin you know best, whether HDPE, LDPE, PP, or PET, and by shift structure. Applying to a night-shift continuous operation when you've only run day shifts in a batch environment creates a mismatch that slows down offers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists blow mold operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to walk through a startup sequence
Many plant interviews include a verbal or hands-on walkthrough of how you'd start up a blow mold line from cold. Practice explaining your purge procedure, how you verify mold temperature and clamp pressure, and when you'd pull parts for a first-article inspection.
Negotiate based on shift differential and overtime structure
Base pay is only part of your total compensation in this role. Before you accept an offer, ask what the shift differential is for second and third shifts and what the typical overtime schedule looks like, since those details can significantly change your weekly take-home.
Blow Mold Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most blow mold operators?
The companies hiring the most blow mold operators right now include Walmart, Niagara Bottling, and CPF, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Plastics packaging manufacturers and consumer goods producers tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many blow mold operator jobs are remote?
About 40% of blow mold operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, since the role requires hands-on operation of machinery on a plant floor. The rare remote-eligible positions are typically in quality assurance documentation, process engineering support, or technical training coordination rather than direct machine operation.
How do you become a blow mold operator?
Most blow mold operators start by completing a high school diploma or GED, then apply for entry-level production or machine operator roles at plastics manufacturers. On the job, you learn to operate specific equipment, handle resin loading, perform mold changeovers, and run quality checks. Many employers also offer in-house training on their particular machines and processes, and you can accelerate your path by studying plastics technology at a community or technical college.
Can you get hired as a blow mold operator with no experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with no direct blow molding experience if you have a background in general manufacturing, forklift operation, or quality inspection. Emphasize any machine operation, production line, or materials handling experience you do have. Entry-level postings often list a willingness to train as a requirement, and smaller plastics shops are especially open to candidates who demonstrate mechanical aptitude and reliability over a documented resume of blow molding hours.
What does the blow mold operator interview process look like?
The typical process starts with a phone screen covering your machine experience and shift availability, followed by an in-person interview at the plant. Many employers include a facility tour where they may ask you to identify equipment or describe how you'd handle a specific defect. Some facilities add a background check and drug screen before extending an offer. The full process from first contact to offer usually takes under two weeks for hourly production roles.
Where can I find and apply to blow mold operator jobs?
You can find and apply to blow mold operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your machine experience, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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