Machine Setter

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG; Purston Jaglin; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry. The Machine Setter plays a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and self-sufficient operation of the extrusion cell, working closely with the Operational Team Leader to maintain production output and plan adherence.

This role supports equipment reliability, changeovers, and process control, with a focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive training will be provided in equipment, process and quality.
• Ability to assess risk and work safely.
• Demonstrable understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to carry out basic repairs, fault finding and first-line maintenance safely and effectively.
• Ability to follow written company procedures.
• Reliable timekeeping and attendance.
• Ability to work as part of a team and good communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a desire to develop and progress.
• Problem solving ability.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to quality standards.
• Carry out first line maintenance to the agreed plan.
• Tooling, setting, product changeovers to plan.
• Manufacturing performance to plan on a daily basis including resolution of issues.
• Process control and continuous improvement.
• Process documentation.
• Facilitating the training/mentoring of colleagues.
• Team cover on other duties e.g. Machine Operative / Packing.
• Problem solving within the cell.
• Material movement and control.

Skills

Risk assessment

Work safely

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Basic repairs

Fault finding

First-line maintenance

Following procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Adaptability

Timekeeping

Job description

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act onclimate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

The Machine Setter plays a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient and self-sufficient operation of the manufacturing cell. This role is critical in supporting equipment reliability, operational performance and changeover activities.

Working closely with the Operational Team Leader (OTL), the Machine Setter is responsible for first-line maintenance, basic repairs, fault identification, machine setting, production changeovers and process control. The role requires a good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems to support equipment performance, minimise downtime and maintain production output within the Extrusion Department.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people fromunderrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in theorganization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adherence to quality standards
• Carry out first line maintenance to the agreed plan
• Tooling, setting, product changeovers to plan
• Manufacturing performance to plan on a daily basis including resolution of issues
• Process control and continuous improvement
• Process documentation
• Facilitating the training/mentoring of colleagues
• Team cover on other duties e.g. Machine Operative / Packing
• Problem solving within the cell
• Material movement and control

Skills and Experience:

• Comprehensive Equipment, Process and Quality training will be given
• Ability to assess risk and work safely.
• Demonstrable understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to carry out basic repairs, fault finding and first-line maintenance activities safely and effectively.
• Ability to follow written company procedures.
• Reliable timekeeping and attendance.
• Ability to work as part of a team & good communication skills
• Positive attitude with a desire to develop and progress.
• Problem solving ability
• Flexibility and adaptability