Engineering Extrusion Assistant

Acorn by Synergie; Scotland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Bridgwater is seeking an Engineering Extrusion Assistant to join their extrusion department. The role offers a salary of £27,000 plus two annual bonuses and includes responsibilities such as operating machines and performing quality checks. Full training will be provided, making it ideal for those with previous warehouse or manufacturing experience. Enjoy an early finish every Friday and a permanent, full-time position with 33 days holiday.

Benefits

Two annual loyalty bonuses

Early finish every Friday

33 days holiday

Permanent role

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, production, or manufacturing experience is essential.
• Machine operation or rubber manufacturing experience is desirable.
• Good attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Operate various production machines including large press machines.
• Perform visual and dimensional quality checks on finished parts.
• Set up moulds, run presses, and trim excess material.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Production experience

Attention to detail

Machine operation

Health and safety understanding

Job description

Overview

Engineering Extrusion Assistant - Extrusion Department
Bridgwater 27,000 plus Two Annual Bonuses Permanent Monday to Friday Early Friday Finish (1pm)

Are you looking to build a long-term career in engineering or machine operations? Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in Bridgwater for an Engineering Machine Operative to join their busy extrusion department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous warehouse or manufacturing experience who's eager to step into a technical role - full training is provided!

Key Duties

• Operate various production machines including large press machines.
• Perform visual and dimensional quality checks on finished parts.
• Moulding operations: set up moulds, run presses, and trim excess material.
• Mix and cast silicone products.
• Operate trimming, laser marking, and assembly machinery.
• Label and prepare goods for dispatch.
• Maintain accurate production records and paperwork.
• Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures.
• Support other departments when required, working towards lean manufacturing standards.

Requirements

• Previous warehouse, production, or manufacturing experience (essential).
• Machine operation or rubber manufacturing experience (desirable).
• Good attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset.
• Comfortable working with small components while wearing gloves.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and adapt across departments.
• Understanding of health and safety in a factory environment.

What We Offer

• 27,000 per annum.
• Two annual loyalty bonuses (up to 4%).
• Early finish every Friday (1pm).
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Christmas shut down.
• Permanent, full-time role.

Interested?

Apply now with your CV!

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