Job Title: Extrusion Setter
Salary: £42,000
Benefits: To be discussed at interview
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidenhead
Job Start date: ASAP
Shift Pattern: Panama Nightshift, 7pm - 7am
We’re supporting our client, a leading global manufacturing company based in Maidenhead, who are looking for an Extrusion Setter to join their growing team. The successful Extrusion Setter will have experience of setting and operation of extrusion machines. Ensuring that products are made to the correct specifications, quality and in the right quantity.
Responsibilities for Extrusion Setter:
* To ensure the effective operation of the production line by ensuring the machinery is in good order and that correct settings have been set for the product.
* Strip, clean and rebuild the machinery and perform start up processes.
* To ensure minimal downtime by monitoring the line and troubleshooting/ solving any issues.
* Where problems are more complex, to alert site management and work with them to resolve the issue (which may include external resource)
* To oversee monitoring and loading of new material, identifying correct mix of materials for product
* Continuously monitor product quality, adjusting processes and/or material mix to ensure quality thresholds maintained.
* To oversee the work of operators, providing support and instruction where needed
* To work within guidelines and maintain a safe and tidy working environment
* To cover for colleagues and support the wider team as needed
About You:
* The ability/ skill to run a production line from start to finish, including day-to-day maintenance of the machinery, including the following technical skills: line setting LLDPE including coilers, Zumbach setting, PB rewind setting, printing set up.
* The ability/skill to be able to learn additional operating procedures, such as BPEX line setting and BPB including coiler, printing cartridge changes, ink nozzle alignment
* The ability to conduct fault testing, to diagnose problems and to problem solve issues that may sometimes be complex
* Numeracy and literacy sufficient to ensure the smooth running of the line, including measuring materials and quality requirements
* A detailed understanding of production quality requirements
* Verbal communication skills to be able to discuss complex technical matters with management and external suppliers
* An ability to explain technical matters to colleagues and support their development
* Is able to take responsibility for day-to-day processes on the production line from start to finish, providing an oversight function along the line as a whole
* Compliance to all health and safety processes and procedures at all times on site
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for the role of Extrusion Setter, please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
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