We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Team Leader / Machine Operator to join our polyamide extrusion department. This role combines team coordination with technical machine operation, making it ideal for someone with a strong background in plastics manufacturing or mechanical processing who is ready to lead by example. Key Responsibilities * Lead and support a small production team, ensuring targets for output, quality, and safety are consistently met. * Operate, monitor, and set up polyamide extrusion lines, adjusting temperature profiles, screw speeds, and feed rates as required. * Prepare raw materials, including drying, blending, and loading polyamide into extrusion equipment. * Allocate daily tasks, coordinate workflow, and provide guidance to team members throughout each shift. * Carry out in-process quality checks and ensure accurate production data is recorded. * Assist with troubleshooting process issues and support continuous improvement activities. * Maintain a clean, organised, and safe extrusion environment, following ISO standards and Health & Safety procedures. About You * Experience in plastics manufacturing, ideally extrusion or injection moulding. * Strong understanding of extrusion machinery and polymer behaviour. * Previous leadership or supervisory experience is desirable, or a desire to step into a leadership role. * Mechanical or technical background (e.g., mechani...