Extrusion Machine Operator

Hudson Shribman; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare (BUPA)

Pension

Death in service (3x salary)

Job summary

Hudson Shribman is seeking an experienced Extrusion Operator to support continued growth in a manufacturing environment on site in the UK. The role covers polymer extrusion process management, quality assurance, and ongoing process improvements to maximise efficiency.

You will oversee day-to-day extrusion operations, monitor key parameters, and collaborate with engineering/QA teams to resolve issues and implement optimisations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating polymer extrusion processes in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of polymer materials and their behaviour during extrusion.
• Experience working with quality control procedures and continuous improvement methods.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations within manufacturing.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practice in polymer extrusion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage polymer extrusion processes from raw material preparation through to final product extrusion.
• Monitor and control key extrusion parameters to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues in a timely manner.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures within the extrusion process.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Work closely with quality teams to investigate and resolve non-conformances.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous process improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams on new technologies and process enhancements.
• Analyse performance data and metrics to optimise extrusion parameters and efficiency.
• Oversee day-to-day condition and performance of extrusion equipment.
• Coordinate and support preventative maintenance activities.
• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure timely fault resolution and repairs

Skills

Polymer extrusion

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Production

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

Extrusion Operator up to 45k + Benefits

South East Ref: ABJ7740

South East - Perm (onsite)

An established and growing manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Extrusion Operator to support continued growth driven by increased customer demand and order volume.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, enthusiastic individual with a strong interest in manufacturing who is looking to develop a long-term career within a reputable and well-established production environment.

Hours of work - 7:00-3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

Polymer Extrusion Process Management

• Oversee and manage polymer extrusion processes from raw material preparation through to final product extrusion
• Monitor and control key extrusion parameters to ensure product quality and consistency
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues in a timely manner

Quality Assurance

• Implement and maintain quality control procedures within the extrusion process
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Work closely with quality teams to investigate and resolve non-conformances

Process Optimisation

• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous process improvement
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams on new technologies and process enhancements
• Analyse performance data and metrics to optimise extrusion parameters and efficiency

Equipment Maintenance

• Oversee day-to-day condition and performance of extrusion equipment
• Coordinate and support preventative maintenance activities
• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure timely fault resolution and repairs

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience operating polymer extrusion processes in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of polymer materials and their behaviour during extrusion
• Experience working with quality control procedures and continuous improvement methods
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations within manufacturing
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practice in polymer extrusion

Package & Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare (BUPA, Pension, Death in service (3x salary)