Blown Film Extrusion Operator

Kairos Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastic-based company in Manchester is looking for a night shift Blown Film Extrusion Operator. The role involves extruding polythene film as per specifications, setting and operating extrusion machines, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in blown film extrusion and a good understanding of health and safety practices. This is a great opportunity for those looking to grow with a company during its expansion phase.

Qualifications

• Experience needed in blown film extrusion operation.
• Ability to monitor machine performance and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Extrude polythene film as per specifications.
• Set and operate extrusion machines effectively.
• Monitor machine output and ensure minimal downtime.

Skills

Experience in film extrusion

Knowledge of health and safety requirements

Job description

Blown film extrusion operator (experience needed!) - Night Shift

Manchester

Salary : DOE (Overtime is time plus half and double on an OFF SHIFT Sunday. Hours are strictly capped at 60 per week)

Shift Pattern :

Week 1 - Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun

Week 2 - Wed, Thu, Fri

7pm to 7am

A leading plastic-based company are now looking for a Blown Film Extrusion Operator to join their team due to recent growth and expansion.

The role and responsibilities -

Your role is to extrude the polythene film specification as described on the job sheet ensuring that any non-conforming products are removed, and optimum productivity is achieved whilst adhering to all health and safety requirements.

Responsible to set and operate the extrusion machines to produce the film specification specified in the job sheet

Obtain the correct raw materials, polymers, additives, cores, pallets, labels, wrapping and banding as specified on the job specification sheet and required to efficiently carry out the job.

Keep all blenders and extruders supplied with correct materials and load into bulk bins

Monitor the performance of the extrusion machine ensuring maximum output is achieved at all times

Carry out efficient job change overs ensuring machine downtime and scrap meets minimum targets

Operate the extrusion machines to their optimum output without compromising on safety or quality

Report any machine maintenance issues to your line manager or superv...