Machine Technician – 12h Shifts (Days/Nights) in Plastics

Alpla Uk Limited; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ALPLA UK Limited is seeking a Machine Technician at Bridgwater (TA6) on a 12-hour shift basis (days and nights). Starting salary £30,000 with regular reviews and additional benefits. The role focuses on ensuring moulding machines operate to spec and that containers meet customer requirements while minimizing downtime and scrap.

Training is provided on ALPLA machinery. The position is based at Bridgwater, Somerset, part of a global plastics packaging company with extensive reach across food,

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a fast-paced manufacturing/production environment.
• Previous experience of operating/running machinery – training provided on specific ALPLA machinery
• Exposure to plastic manufacturing process would be advantageous but not essential
• Good communication skills

Responsibilities

• To ensure that moulding machines and ancillary equipment are in good running order and report defects as instructed by supervision.
• To ensure that product at the packing station meets quality standards and complete relevant paperwork.
• To remove, clean, refit, realign or adjust moulding machine parts within the technician's competence level.
• To ensure raw material supplies are constant by changing over bins and reporting shortages.

Skills

Machinery operation

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Team work

Job description

ALPLA UK Limited is seeking a Machine Technician at Bridgwater (TA6) on a 12-hour shift basis (days and nights). Starting salary £30,000 with regular reviews and additional benefits. The role focuses on ensuring moulding machines operate to spec and that containers meet customer requirements while minimizing downtime and scrap.

Training is provided on ALPLA machinery. The position is based at Bridgwater, Somerset, part of a global plastics packaging company with extensive reach across food,