COMPANY PROFILE

One of the UK’s leading niche manufacturers who specialise in the extrusion, conversion, and print of polythene bags and film for multiple industry sectors, are looking for talented Extrusion Operators with proven and demonstrable experience in a similar role within the manufacturing sector, ideally plastics/polythene.
This company has an extraordinary track record of having never made a redundancy in over 36 years, offering complete job stability and security, as well as a £1,000 joining bonus upon satisfactory completion of probationary period.

SKILL/EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a similar role within manufacturing would be ideal.
• Experience within Polythene (Blown Film) Extrusion would be advantageous.
• Experience using manual machinery within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Be proactive and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and with a drive to succeed.
• A good level of physical fitness is essential as the role requires regular and repetitive heavy lifting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at a time.
• Confident communicator with a good grasp of the English language both written and oral.

• Set-up of orders, as stated on product specifications.
• Reel changes (involving manoeuvring and use of heavy-duty reel lifters).
• Quality checks as per agreed standard.
• Bag seal checks as per agreed standard.
• Packing product & labelling.
• Production quantity checks as per agreed standard.
• Changing machinery settings when required and replacing basic parts.
• Ensure all tasks are carried out with safety as the principal feature.
• Carry out and maintain good housekeeping standards throughout the department.
• Be an active team member and be able to work without supervision.
• Undertake any departmental task deemed reasonable by management.
• Contribute to maintaining the health, safety and security of the working environment and carry out all activities and operations safely and without risk to health.