Extrusion Manager
Location: Birmingham
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Chase Taylor Recruitment is currently working with a leading manufacturer to recruit an experienced Extrusion Manager to oversee and develop the extrusion department within a thriving production facility based in the Birmingham area.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate with strong technical knowledge of extrusion processes and proven team leadership capabilities, who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee daily operations of the extrusion department, ensuring production targets, product quality, and health & safety standards are consistently achieved.
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Lead and mentor a team of extrusion operators and packers.
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Manage staffing levels, shift patterns, and resource planning.
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Implement and maintain procedures for tooling setup and quality control processes.
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Liaise cross-functionally with Maintenance, Toolroom, Warehouse, and Mixing Plant departments to ensure efficient operations.
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Analyse performance data, troubleshoot faults, investigate returns, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
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Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001 standards and lean manufacturing principles.
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Provide backup in quality control including physical property testing.
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Support and coordinate material trials with the Mixing Plant Manager to enhance formulation performance.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
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Solid knowledge of extrusion line setup and the polymer plasticisation process.
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Understanding of quality testing in line with BSI Standards.
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and lean manufacturing.
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Competency in Microsoft Office applications.
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior management role and make a real impact on the efficiency and success of a dynamic production team.
To register your interest in this role, please apply today or contact Chase Taylor Recruitment for further information