Crosshead Extrusion Setter

Atkore International; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Corrugation Setter to join the team in West Bromwich. Responsibilities include setting and operating extrusion machines, maintaining production records, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of corrugation machines and a motivation to meet quality targets. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and several employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Companywide bonus scheme

Training and development opportunities

Company Pension

Life Assurance 4x salary

Discounted Gym Membership

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Expertise in setting and operating Crosshead Extrusion machines.
• Ability to maintain tools and ensure cleanliness.
• Willingness to follow Health & Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Report to a Team Leader and follow allocated tasks.
• Maintain production and quality records.
• Participate in continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Knowledge of setting and running extrusion corrugation machines

Teamwork

Motivation to meet targets and quality standards

Job description

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners, and communities are building better together – a future focused on empowering our customers while we power and protect the world.

Who we are looking for:

Unistrut is looking for an experienced Corrugation Setter to support our continued growth within the Flexicon product range.

What you’ll do:

• Reports to a Team Leader, listens to all allocated tasks and instructions.
• Set and operate Crosshead Extrusion machines.
• Maintain tools, including cleaning.
• Take responsibility for inspection of incoming and outgoing parts and materials.
• Keep production and quality related records up to date.
• Ensure good levels of 5S are maintained in the area.
• Be involved in continuous improvement processes driving through improvements in all aspects of the role.
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed.
• Performs Other Duties as Assigned.

What you bring:

• A good knowledge of setting and running extrusion corrugation machines.
• Able to work as part of a team and as an individual.
• Motivation to beat targets safely and required quality standards.
• Ability to comply with and promote Atkore’s ATIRE and SQDC values.

What you will strive to accomplish in this role:

• S -Zero Harm to yourself or your colleagues
• Q – Zero defective raw materials accepted into the premises
• D- All offloading of raw materials achieved in a timely manner
• C- Zero downtime for machines allocated to material waiting times

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave
• Festive shutdown at Christmas
• Companywide bonus scheme
• Service and recognition awards
• Training and development opportunities
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance 4x salary
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Free annual flu vaccination vouchers
• Employee assistance programme
• Cash health plan
• Free home cyber security training
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free onsite parking

We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Hours of Work

48 hours per week

Monday - Thursday: 6am - 6pm

Salary

£14 per hour

Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviours, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavour to move us forward.