Overview
Job Title: Extrusion Operative (6-months fixed term contract)
Location: Watson Marlow - Bickland Water Road (On-Site)
Company: Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multinational industrial engineering group.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Extrusion Operative (6-months fixed term contract) to join our dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
* Work closely as part of the tubing manufacturing team to produce high quality transfer and fluid handling tube products.
* Collaborate with extrusion line setters to enable production of various sizes, lengths, and specifications of tube products for critical industries including biopharma, medical, water, food, and special processing.
* Adhere to strict hygiene procedures and use required PPE to minimize the risk of product contamination.
* Assist in the transfer of raw materials and consumables into cleanrooms as defined in SOPs.
* Utilise all tooling and aids provided to maximise efficiency and ensure quality.
* Maintain rotation of raw material stocks in accordance with procedures; replenish cleanroom stock as necessary; follow material transfer procedures at all times.
* Count out work for transfer from the cleanroom and ensure batch records are correct.
* Maintain quality records of all production to ensure product and process traceability.
* Collaborate with the Tubing Production Planner to ensure output meets customer requirements for on-time delivery.
* Prioritise workload to meet customer delivery dates.
* Assist with additional tasks related to Tubing Extrusion Production and process improvement as needed.
* Carry out other duties associated with cleanroom production, including extrusion.
* Provide support for various production activities including end-of-line processes.
* Support Continuous Improvement initiatives throughout the tubing value stream, working with Team Leaders to develop and implement new ideas.
* Assist with process validation of new equipment.
* Support and drive 5S activities across the Tubing value stream to maintain an efficient and safe workspace.
* Support process improvement investigations including Root Cause analysis and Corrective Actions.
Who You’ll Be Working With
You will be working within a team of extrusion operators and a team leader to produce silicone tubing. Operators receive high-level training to handle tasks within the cleanroom, from protective gear to operating cleanroom equipment.
Skills & Experience
* Resilient with the ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
* Experience in a culture of continuous improvement for production processes and Health & Safety.
* Previous experience in a Cleanroom is preferable but not essential.
* Knowledge of cGMP and Lean manufacturing principles.
* Teamwork: ability to work effectively within a team.
* Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment within a Class 7 clean room.
* Medical device manufacturing background is an advantage.
* Experience with 5S processes and a keen eye for detail; willingness to utilise all resources to drive process improvement.
Benefits
* A competitive salary
* Flexible working arrangements
* A generous holiday allowance
* Three days’ paid volunteering leave
* Life assurance
* Additional support and benefits through the Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan
Equality & Inclusion
Watson-Marlow and Spirax Group are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and will consider flexible working requests. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
Learn more at spiraxgroup.com/inclusion.
About the Company
At Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. We are a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and related fluid path technologies for life sciences and process industries, offering tubing, specialized filling systems and products for single-use applications. Our shared purpose is to create sustainable value as we engineer a more efficient, safer world. We operate in 116 countries across diverse industries including Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors, and Healthcare.
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