Extrusion Setter – UK Plastics, Training & Bonus

Randstad CPE; Flint; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Company performance bonus scheme

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Comprehensive training and career dev

Workwear provided and EAP

Job summary

Randstad CPE is recruiting an experienced Extrusion Setter for a UK plastics manufacturer. You will set up extrusion lines, optimize production, and perform start-ups, tool changes, and shut-downs across multiple lines to meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, implementing continuous improvement and cost-saving measures, plus assisting training and handovers during shifts on a 3-week rotating pattern.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on extrusion setter experience.
• Strong understanding of plastics and extrusion processes.
• Familiarity with HSE standards and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Setup and optimize extrusion lines, manage tool changes and start‑ups.
• Troubleshoot processes, drive improvements and cost savings.
• Prepare lines, maintain 5S and issue SOPs, support handovers.
• Assist training and coaching of apprentices and team members.

Skills

extrusion setter experience

problem solving

IT literacy

communication skills

Education

Polymer/Extrusion training

Job description

Randstad CPE is recruiting an experienced Extrusion Setter for a UK plastics manufacturer. You will set up extrusion lines, optimize production, and perform start-ups, tool changes, and shut-downs across multiple lines to meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, implementing continuous improvement and cost-saving measures, plus assisting training and handovers during shifts on a 3-week rotating pattern.