PVC Extrusion Operator – 4-Shift, Career Growth & Benefits

VEKA UK; Burnley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Pension (6% employer contribution)

Annual profit share

Discounted gym membership

Free fruit & coffee machines

Subsidised vending machines

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

VEKA UK is seeking an extrusion operator to join the Extrusion team in the manufacturing of PVC-U profiles. You will operate extrusion lines, perform quality checks and maintain production records to ensure efficient, safe operations.

The role offers a 4-shift pattern (12 hours per shift) including days and nights, with a starting salary of £33,742.80 per year and opportunities for development within the company.

Qualifications

• Able to work a 4-shift system with 12-hour days (7:00–19:00) and nights (19:00–07:00).
• Enthusiastic with a passion to learn.
• Basic machining knowledge would support an application, although not essential.
• Quality awareness is essential for production.
• Seeking a long-term career with development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion lines to manufacture high-quality PVC-U profiles, ensuring production runs efficiently and safely.
• Monitor product quality through regular visual and dimensional inspections, taking action to resolve issues where required.
• Complete production records and quality documentation accurately in line with company standards and procedures.
• Work closely with colleagues to manage multiple production lines and maintain effective communication across shifts.
• Promote high standards of housekeeping, health and safety, and continuous improvement within the department.
• Develop skills through structured training, with the opportunity to progress towards a Process Technician role.

Skills

4-shift flexibility

Quality awareness

Enthusiastic to learn

Team collaboration

Tools

Basic machining knowledge

Job description

VEKA UK is seeking an extrusion operator to join the Extrusion team in the manufacturing of PVC-U profiles. You will operate extrusion lines, perform quality checks and maintain production records to ensure efficient, safe operations.

The role offers a 4-shift pattern (12 hours per shift) including days and nights, with a starting salary of £33,742.80 per year and opportunities for development within the company.