Crosshead Extrusion Setter

Atkore; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Atkore is hiring for a Crosshead Setter in West Bromwich to support the Flexicon product range. You will report to a Team Leader, set and operate Crosshead extrusion machines, and keep records up to date in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires teamwork, the ability to work independently, and a drive to meet targets safely while upholding quality standards. 48 hours per week, £14 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with setting and running extrusion corrugation machines.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Motivation to hit targets safely while meeting quality standards.
• Familiarity with Atkore’s ATIRE and SQDC values.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Crosshead Extrusion machines.
• Maintain tools, including cleaning.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing parts and materials.
• Keep production and quality records up to date.
• Maintain 5S standards in the area.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the role.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Extrusion setting/run

Team & solo work

Target-driven quality

ATIRE & SQDC compliance

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.

Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, we manufacture electrical conduit, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions.

Who we are looking for:

Unistrut is looking for an experienced Crosshead 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.