Extrusion Technician

Eurocell plc; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Cash Plan

3x Life Assurance

Staff Discount

25 days holiday

Job summary

Eurocell plc, based at Somercotes, is seeking an experienced Extrusion Technician to set up, operate and troubleshoot extrusion lines to meet tight quality standards and production schedules.

You'll join a site-based team on 4-on/4-off shifts (days or nights) with a £2,500 retention bonus, competitive salary, healthcare and life cover while supporting continuous improvement and safety in a busy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous technical experience in extrusion, manufacturing, or a similar production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot extrusion lines to meet specs.
• Meet production timelines and operational requirements.
• Inspect, test, and sign off finished products for quality.
• Support process monitoring for finished and semi-finished goods.
• Work with Production Management on continuous improvement projects.
• Identify Health, Safety and Environmental risks and mitigate hazards.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and organized working environment.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Reading drawings

Quality checks

Health & Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

ROLE: Extrusion Technician. Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.

HOURS: Continental shifts 4 on, 4 off. 6am - 6pm days or 6pm - 6am nights

SALARY: up to £17.32 per hour based on experience, plus shift allowance, benefits and £2,500 retention bonus

BENEFITS: Healthcare Cash Plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, High Street Discounts, Staff Discount

BASE: Site Based, Somercotes, Alfreton

Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us.

We are currently expanding our Extrusion Technician team based at our Clover Nook and Birchwood sites in Somercotes, Alfreton playing a key role in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting extrusion production lines, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business where your technical expertise and ideas will make a real impact. You'll be part of a team committed to delivering high-quality products while continuously improving our processes, safety, and performance.

We're committed to building a highly skilled Extrusion Technician team and recognising the value experienced technicians bring to our business. To support this, we're offering a £2,500 retention bonus for successful candidates joining this role.

You’ll Receive The £2,500 Retention Bonus When You

• Successfully complete your 3-month probationary period.
• Complete 6 months of continuous service as an Extrusion Technician.
• (The bonus will be paid in the first payroll following the completion of your 6-month service milestone.)

What Our Extrusion Technicians Do

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot extrusion production lines to meet required specifications and production standards
• Ensure products are brought into production within agreed timeframes and according to operational requirements
• Inspect, test, and sign off finished products to ensure all quality standards and customer specifications are achieved
• Support the control and monitoring of manufacturing processes for finished and semi-finished goods, ensuring consistent quality and compliance
• Work closely with Production Management to implement and support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence projects
• Proactively identify potential Health, Safety, and Environmental risks, and support actions to eliminate or reduce hazards within the workplace
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and organised working environment while adhering to company policies and procedures

What We Need From Our Extrusion Technicians

• Previous technical experience in extrusion, manufacturing, or a similar production environment, including tooling set-up, troubleshooting, and quality control
• Competent in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Experience carrying out product inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with required standards
• Demonstrable practical, on-the-job technical training and experience
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to make logical and informed decisions
• Ability to think ahead, prioritise tasks, and plan effectively to support production requirements
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to accurately record and interpret production data
• Understanding of key Health & Safety principles and safe working practices within a manufacturing environmentExperience working within a factory or production setting and comfortable working long shifts

What We Offer Our Extrusion Technicians

• You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary
• £2,500 retention bonus
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year
• Free Healthcare plan for all employees
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit
• Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown
• Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success
• Company Pension Plan
• Employee discount on Eurocell products
• Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers
• A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development
• Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it
• Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team
• Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career