We have exciting opportunities for both Trainee Plastic Extrusion Technicians and experienced Plastic Extrusion Technicians to join a well-established Plastic Sheet Manufacturer in Redditch. The hours of work are Night shifts 6pm-6am Monday-Thursday, working a minimum of 48 hours a week. During initial training the successful candidate will be required to work on day shifts 6am-6pm for 12 weeks or longer dependent on previous experience, before moving onto permanent Night shifts. Starting rate of pay will be in line with National Living Wage whilst training on the Day shift, increasing when moving onto the Night shift (rate negotiable dependent on experience). Extra shifts are sometimes available dependent on workload.
Previous experience of running plastic extrusion lines producing polyolefin sheet is preferable, but consideration will be given to those with Profile or Blown Film experience. Experience of Injection Moulding machine setting and operating will also be considered.
The role involves:
· Controlling and adjusting machines settings to ensure product quality and production rates are achieved whilst adhering to safe working practices and standard operating procedures.
· Observation of strict quality control measurements, challenging non-conformances, and participation as required in the introduction of counter measures to prevent further quality issues.
· Recording of hourly gauge thickness checks.
· Involvement in basic Preventative Maintenance to help eliminate unnecessary down time.
· Manual handling.
· Forklift operation
· Use of basic hand and machine tools.
· Other general duties as required by the management team

The successful candidate must:

• Be reliable
• Pay attention to detail
• Follow instruction and adhere to safe systems of work.
• Be flexible and adaptable to incorporate a diverse range of job functions within a factory environment.
• Be a good team player

In return Sparlonz Limited will offer:

• Starting rate of pay negotiable dependent upon experience
• Overtime
• 28 days holiday (including 8 bank holidays)
• PPE provided
• A collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for further training and advancement.
• Company pension

All new employees will receive an initial induction and then undergo further on the job training which will be on an ongoing basis due to the wide range of functions required.
There may be opportunities for new starters, that show aptitude in specific areas, to progress and assume greater responsibility in due course.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details