PP Extrusion Machine Operator

Kuwait Packing Materials Manufacturing Company/ Kuwait Packing Materials Manufacturing Company KSC (; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 9,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuwait Packing Materials Manufacturing Company KSC is seeking an experienced PP extrusion operator to run and maintain extrusion lines, ensuring product quality and safety. You will load materials, monitor the process, and document production steps in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years on extrusion equipment, reads drawings, and adheres to 5S and Lean principles. A High School Diploma is required, and the role involves rotating shifts and manual support.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience operating plastic extrusion machinery.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Hands-on PP processing experience preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings and production specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, and shut down PP extrusion lines per production schedules.
• Install and adjust dies, rollers, and downstream equipment.
• Configure parameters like temperature, pressure, screw speed, and cooling.
• Load PP pellets, colorants, and additives with proper blending.
• Monitor process and adjust to maintain product dimensions and quality.
• Perform first article inspections and routine quality checks.

Skills

PP extrusion experience

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading technical drawings

Data entry (Excel)

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

HPM extrusion machines

Davis-Standard extrusion machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Excel

Job description

Operate and maintain polypropylene PP extrusion machinery to produce plastic products according to specifications ensuring quality safety and production efficiency

Key Responsibilities

• Set up start up and shut down PP extrusion lines according to production schedules
• Install and adjust dies rollers and downstream equipment cooling tanks pullers cutters
• Configure machine parameters including temperature pressure screw speed and cooling rates
• Load raw PP pellets colorants and additives into hoppers ensure proper blending ratios
• Monitor extrusion process and make precise adjustments to maintain product dimensions and quality
• Perform first article and routine quality inspections using calipers micrometers and gauges
• Identify and troubleshoot extrusion defects such as surface blemishes warping or dimensional variations
• Perform minor preventive maintenance including cleaning dies filters and calibrators
• Maintain accurate production records and quality documentation
• Follow all safety protocols including Lockout Tagout LOTO and PPE requirements
• Maintain clean and organized work area according to 5S standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HPM or Davis-Standard extrusion machines
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2-5 years of experience operating plastic extrusion machinery
• Hands-on experience with PP (polypropylene) processing preferred
• Proficiency with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) in metric units
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production specifications
• Basic computer skills for data entry (Excel)
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Willingness to work rotating shifts