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Blow Molding Machine Operator Salary in the United States

How much does a Blow Molding Machine Operator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Blow Molding Machine Operator in the United States is $41,769 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Blow Molding Machine Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,586
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,039 to $44,814
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,642
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Blow Molding Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $44,814 $3,735 $862 $22
Average $41,769 $3,481 $803 $20
25th Percentile $38,039 $3,170 $732 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Blow Molding Machine Operator Salaries

A Blow Molding Machine Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Blow Molding Machine Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Blow Molding Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $46,247.
  • California: $46,072.
  • Massachusetts: $45,458.

Top Paying Cities for Blow Molding Machine Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $52,684
  • San Francisco: $52,107
  • Oakland: $51,009

What Skills Can Increase a Blow Molding Machine Operator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 7.05% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Repairing (Mentioned in 2.85% Job Postings): To put something that is damaged, broken, or not working correctly, back into good condition or make it work again.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 1.57% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 7.05%
Repairing 2.85%
Hydraulics 1.57%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Blow Molding Machine Operator's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Bill of Materials: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
 $46,782
12%
Bill of Materials
 $46,364
11%
Initiative
 $45,946
10%
Commitment
 $45,529
9%
Products and Services
 $44,275
6%
Process Improvement
 $43,440
4%
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Blow Molding Machine Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Blow Molding Machine Operator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Nondurable, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Blow Molding Machine Operator positions in Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Blow Molding Machine Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Blow Molding Machine Operator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable$45,946$22.010%
MFG Durable$43,858$21.05%

Blow Molding Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Blow Molding Machine Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$38,039
Average $41,769/year
$44,814
$3,170
Average $3,481/month
$3,735
$732
Average $803/week
$862
$18
Average $20/hour
$22
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $44,814 $3,735 $862 $22
Average $41,769 $3,481 $803 $20
25th Percentile $38,039 $3,170 $732 $18

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Salary Trends for Blow Molding Machine Operator

Salaries for a Blow Molding Machine Operator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $37,441 in 2023 to around $36,923 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Blow Molding Machine Operator salary trends, .

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FAQ about Blow Molding Machine Operator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Blow Molding Machine Operator?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Blow Molding Machine Operator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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