Extrusion Setter/Operator

Listgrove; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Listgrove is seeking an Extrusion Setter/Operator based in Coleshill, West Midlands. You will set up, operate and maintain extrusion machinery to produce PVC and PU products, ensuring top quality, safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

The role offers 8-hour shifts with options (6-2, 2-10, 10-6) and requires hands-on experience in extrusion and the ability to train peers. Ideal candidates will be committed to quality and line efficiency, possess strong teamwork and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Experience in extrusion setting, open to all materials.
• Committed to achieving excellence in both quality and line efficiency.
• Supports and participates in the training and development of team members.
• Communicates in an open and honest manner, always demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours.
• Dependability - Takes personal ownership of all aspects of the job role.

Responsibilities

• Produce PVC and PU products to customer specifications.
• Configure extrusion lines using proper tooling (dies, heads).
• Prepare machinery for operation through cleaning and assembly.
• Manage startups and shutdowns of extruders and related equipment.
• Complete production-related documents and comply with quality standards.
• Ensure finished product packaging is completed to specification.
• Perform ad-hoc duties to meet business needs with proper training.
• Escalate issues to site management or maintenance when needed.

Skills

Extrusion setting

Quality focus

Line efficiency

Team training

Communication

Dependability

Job description

Extrusion Setter/Operator

Based in Coleshill

Job ref: JH /64748

Shift: 8 hour shifts choice of (6-2, 2-10, 10-6)

Client Overview

A family owned and run company developing, manufacturing and selling industrial hose, pipes and ducting products based in the West Midlands. For the last 7 years the focus has been applying innovation and passion for quality to the current and future products required by the hose and ducting market. During this time it has grown by 250% and has a plan, supported by further investment, for growth both in the UK and International markets. All products are manufactured in the UK on 30 extruders with up to three on a line, with more being installed in 2026. The business is an engineering led company keen on new processes, capabilities and talent to help drive this innovation

Role Overview

As an Extrusion Setter, you will be responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining extrusion machinery to produce hoses and ducting to the highest quality standards. You will play a key role in supporting the production capacity growth, ensuring that all products meet strict specifications while maintaining safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the production of PVC and PU products to the required customer specifications.
• Configure extrusion lines using proper tooling (dies, heads)
• Prepare machinery for operation through cleaning and assembly.
• Manage startups and shutdowns of extruders and related equipment.
• Working to job tickets and job specification sheets, accurately completing all production-related controlled documents, ensuring compliance to customer requirements and quality standards.
• Ensure finished product packaging is completed to specification.
• Completion of ad-hoc duties to meet the needs of the business, subject to appropriate training.
• Identify when issues require escalation to site management or maintenance.

Person Spec

• Experience in extrusion setting, open to all materials.
• Committed to achieving excellence in both quality and line efficiency.
• Supports and participates in the training and development of team members.
• Communicates in an open and honest manner, always demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours.
• Dependability - Takes personal ownership of all aspects of the job role.

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

Why select Listgrove?

• Five Decades of Market Intelligence
• Unrivalled Industry Networks
• Recognised International brand
• HR Qualified Professionals

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