INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.
Extrusion Setter/Operator
Based in Kitts Green; Birmingham
Shift: 8 hour shifts choice of (6-2, 2-10, 10-6)
Location: Kitts Green, Coleshill
Client Overview:
A family owned and run company developing, manufacturing and selling industrial hose, pipes and ducting products based in the West Midlands. For the last 7 years the focus has been applying innovation and passion for quality to the current and future products required by the hose and ducting market. During this time it has grown by 250% and has a plan, supported by further investment, for growth both in the UK and International markets. All products are manufactured in the UK on 30 extruders with up to three on a line, with more being installed in 2026. The business is an engineering led company keen on new processes, capabilities and talent to help drive this innovation
Role Overview:
As an Extrusion Operator/Setter, you will be responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining extrusion machinery to produce hoses and ducting to the highest quality standards. You will play a key role in supporting the production capacity growth, ensuring that all products meet strict specifications while maintaining safety and efficiency on the shop floor.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the production of PVC and PU products to the required customer specifications.
- Configure extrusion lines using proper tooling (dies, heads)
- Prepare machinery for operation through cleaning and assembly.
- Manage startups and shutdowns of extruders and related equipment.
- Working to job tickets and job specification sheets, accurately completing all production-related controlled documents, ensuring compliance to customer requirements and quality standards.
- Ensure finished product packaging is completed to specification.
- Completion of ad-hoc duties to meet the needs of the business, subject to appropriate training.
- Identify when issues require escalation to site management or maintenance.
The Person:
- Experience in extrusion setting, open to all materials.
- Committed to achieving excellence in both quality and line efficiency.
- Supports and participates in the training and development of team members.
- Communicates in an open and honest manner, always demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours.
- Takes personal ownership of all aspects of the job role.
For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.
For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.
To apply please contact Jason.hutchison@listgrove.com
Jason.hutchison@listgrove.com
0044 (0) 1789 207070
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