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Machine Setter Operator - Thermoforming, Poole
Client: Faerch
Location: Poole, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 0a394188d0d2
Job Views: 5
Posted: 16.03.2025
Expiry Date: 30.04.2025
Job Description:
As a Thermoforming Setter, you’ll play a key role in operating and maintaining our thermoforming production lines to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Reporting to the Thermoforming Shift Leader, you’ll work hands-on with advanced machinery, including Illig and Kiefel thermoforming machines, contributing to high-quality output and operational efficiency.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Starting up, running, and shutting down thermoforming machines.
2. Performing full tool changes, insert changes, and paperwork changes within standard times.
3. Operating and maintaining inline systems, including extruders, padding machines, punch units, and glue systems.
4. Ensuring product quality meets customer specifications and promptly addressing any defects.
5. Troubleshooting and resolving breakdowns or stoppages, escalating issues when required.
6. Recording accurate production and quality data on our ERP system (M3).
7. Cleaning and conducting routine maintenance on machinery.
8. Supporting team members and shift leaders to meet production and efficiency targets.
The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, involving hands-on technical tasks in a manufacturing setting. The role requires attention to detail, adaptability, and teamwork in a noisy, warm environment. Your safety and well-being are a priority, supported by PPE and rigorous safety measures.
Qualifications
Essential:
1. Experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
2. A team player with good communication skills and high attention to detail.
3. Technical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently.
4. Awareness of health and safety practices.
Desirable:
1. Experience operating or setting production machinery.
2. Knowledge of thermoforming processes or plastic manufacturing.
3. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., M3).
Additional Information
Shift Pattern:
1. Panama Schedule: 12-hour shifts covering days, nights, and weekends, averaging 42 hours per week.
Salary:
1. Starting £33,500 (inclusive of shift allowance).
Benefits:
* 6-monthly Production Bonus
* Group Life Assurance
* Bupa Cash Plan
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Long Service Rewards (2 and 5 years)
* Safety Boot Contribution
* Regular Company Events
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