Plastic Extrusion Operative - The Work Shop : Job Details

Extrusion Operative, Romsey

Up to £34,420 per annum, dependent on experience

Monday to Thursday 07:00pm - 05:00am & Friday 07:00am - 01:00pm + overtime

Permanent & Full Time

The Work Shop are delighted to be recruiting for a Extrusion Operative for a well-established company based in a rural location based on the outskirts of Romsey.

The Extrusion Operative will assist with the running of extrusion lines during each shift, including help set the extruder and all downstream equipment. The ideal candidate will have previous experience of a similar role and be familiar with setting and running extrusion equipment and machinery.

Main duties of the Extrusion Operative

• Produce and ensure the quality of extruded products.
• Assist with setting up and operating extrusion lines, including head, die, and pin changes, as well as barrel and screw cleaning.
• Support start-up and shut-down procedures for extrusion lines.
• Monitor, maintain, and document product quality according to specifications throughout each shift.
• Operate forklift trucks and manually handle raw materials and finished products.
• Perform various tasks such as trimming, cutting, wrapping, packing, bending, forming, and drilling of extruded products.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment, adhering to safety protocols and housekeeping standards.

Key competences of the Extrusion Operative

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferable however training is provided
• A clear understanding of extrusion equipment and methodology
• Basic understanding of electronic control equipment
• Accurate and methodical approach with a mechanical aptitude
• Manual dexterity and good eyesight are essential
• Adaptable and enthusiastic with ability to work in a team
• Owner Car/ motor bike driver is essential due to location.

Overnight & shift Work

Our client will require you to perform a reasonable amount of work outside your normal hours which is classed as additional overtime, and dependents on the needs of the business.

There will also be occasions where you are required to work a night shift programme. Overtime and night shift work is paid at an enhanced rate of pay.

If you have a background within a manufacturing environment and have an interest in extrusion, PLEASE APPLY TODAY!

Manufacturing, Engineering, Extrusion, Extrusion Setter, Extrusion Operator, Machine Operator, Romsey