Blow Moulding Machine Technician

About the role

The Blow Moulding Machine Technician will optimise the extrusion blow‑moulding process to meet production specifications, improve OEE targets and maintain quality standards on the night shift (11 PM – 7 AM). The role involves operating, monitoring and fine‑tuning blow‑moulding equipment while supporting maintenance and mould‑change activities.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blow‑moulding machines, material handling systems and automated packaging lines.
• Perform minor machine set‑up adjustments and ensure equipment runs at optimal settings.
• Maintain strict safety and quality standards, following Take5, LOTO procedures and reporting incidents.
• Support maintenance and mould‑change teams to minimise downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose production line issues to maximise machine uptime.
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity and reliability.

Required profile

• Experience operating blow‑moulding machinery or similar industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; trade qualification is highly regarded.
• Ability to identify issues, analyse problems and implement cost‑effective solutions.
• Experience in a food manufacturing or high‑quality production environment.
• Proactive safety mindset and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Required skills

• Blow moulding machine operation
• Machine set‑up adjustments
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial equipment
• Understanding of OEE performance metrics