Hard Skills
IntermediateExtrusion Blow Moulding Machine OperationThe ability to set up, start, and monitor extrusion blow moulding equipment to produce hollow plastic containers or parts.
AdvancedParison Programming and ControlThe technical skill of adjusting parison wall thickness and length using electronic controllers to optimize material distribution.
IntermediateMold Changeover and AlignmentThe process of removing existing molds, installing new ones, and ensuring precise alignment with the extruder head.
IntermediatePolymer Material ProcessingUnderstanding the melting points, viscosity, and shrinkage characteristics of various plastic resins used in extrusion.
AdvancedDefect Identification and TroubleshootingRecognizing common blow moulding defects like flash, streaks, or thin spots and making machine adjustments to correct them.
FundamentalIndustrial Safety and Hazard ControlStrict adherence to safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) around high-temperature machinery.