We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our polyamide extrusion department. If you have experience with polyamide or engineering thermoplastics, plastic extrusion, or mechanical engineering, this is a great opportunity to work with advanced materials and play a key role in maintaining product quality and production efficiency.
What You’ll Do
* Operate and monitor polyamide extrusion lines, ensuring output, quality, and safety targets are consistently achieved.
* Set up and adjust extrusion parameters including temperature profiles, screw speed, and feed rates to maintain optimal polyamide processing conditions.
* Handle and prepare polyamide raw materials, ensuring correct drying, blending, and loading procedures.
* Conduct in-process quality checks, record production data, and report any deviations or issues promptly.
* Support new product trials and process improvements alongside engineers and supervisors.
* Maintain cleanliness, order, and safety standards across the extrusion area.
* Follow ISO procedures, H&S requirements, and polymer handling protocols at all times.
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in plastics manufacturing, ideally polyamide extrusion or injection moulding.
* Understanding of extrusion machinery, material drying, and melt flow behaviour.
* Transferable mechanical or technical background (e.g., mechanical engineering, CNC operation, or maintenance).
* Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and a proactive attitude.
* Willingness to work within a rotating shift pattern and contribute to a team-focused environment.
What’s on offer
* £27,000 - £32,000
* April pay review & career progression opportunities
* Rotating shift pattern (better balance with fewer nights):
* Mon–Fri: 6am–2pm
* Mon–Fri: 2pm–10pm
* Mon–Thurs: 9:30pm–6:30am
* Overtime opportunities to significantly boost earnings
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