Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the plastics industry is seeking an experienced extrusion operator to manage equipment set-ups, quality inspections, and production logs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and extrusion processes, ensuring product quality and operational efficiency. This role requires adherence to safety protocols and the ability to mentor junior operators.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in plastics industry.
• 2-3 years of film/sheet or other melt extrusion experience.

Responsibilities

• Completes extrusion equipment set-ups, start-ups, change-overs.
• Performs on-line product quality inspections and troubleshooting.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Dexterity

Education

3 years manufacturing experience

2-3 years film/sheet extrusion experience

Tools

ERP/Shop Floor Entry system

Fork Truck

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Summary - Job Responsibilities – Activities:

• Completes extrusion equipment set-ups, start-ups, change-overs and shut-downs, as required by standard operating procedures (SOPs) and production schedules
• Performs process adjustments as needed to ensure that the product meets dimensional tolerances and visual quality criteria
• Performs on-line product quality inspections, identifies quality issues, and troubleshoots film extrusion process as necessary
• Maintains production tooling, dies and other extrusion equipment to ensure best operational condition of the equipment, performs cleaning and light preventive maintenance tasks
• Fills out process records and daily production logs/reports as required
• Reports non-conformances and assists Production Management and Process Engineering with technical issues
• Mentors, supports and assists other extrusion operators
• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines; informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately; wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Able to document the overall production process including potential defects

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Please no agencies or recruiters

Requirements:

Education – Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in plastics industry
• 2-3 years of film / sheet or other melt extrusion experience
• Web handling experience, such as slitting, winding, or adhesive coating
• Knowledge of how to drive a fork truck
• Familiar with an ERP/Shop Floor Entry system
• Knowledge of quality assurance
• Familiar with 5S

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Basic machining skills, mechanical dexterity, problem solving, knowledge of gauging and calibrating process equipment, basic math skills, safety lifts up to 50 pounds