Extrusion Operator

To ensure dedicated machines run with minimal scrap and downtime while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
Responsibilities:
HEALTH & SAFETY

• Manage Health & Safety requirements in accordance to the Company's policy.


• Promotion/awareness of the company H&S Policy.


• Contribute in the improvement of H&S systems and practices within the department.


• To attend H&S training courses to develop personal knowledge and skills.


• Assisting management with updating Safe Working Procedures.


• Identify and report any machine defects/problems to the Shift Manager / Team Leader or the Engineering Manager.


PRODUCTION/QUALITY/ CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Ensure the department is clean, tidy and safe at all times


• Communicate with the Team Leader to ensure all changeovers are planned and to ensure all labour is provided to execute the changeovers with regards to SMED.


• Complete job documentation as and when required.


• Ensure all kags are always fully loaded and dosing in to blends where applicable.


• Ensure all Operators are working safely and wearing all required PPE when needed.


• Take responsibility for ensuring customer orders are set up to specification.


• Operate all machinery within the department, including inline recycling machines.


OPERATOR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Liaise with the Team Leader and other employees at all levels to identify and assess training / schedules and development needs.


• Attend self development training activities.


• Assist with any machine difficulties an operator may be having, exhibiting an open, friendly approach and showing individuals how to overcome the problems in case of recurrence.


OCCASIONAL TASKS

• Support the Technical Team with plant / product trials


• You may be required to work alternative shifts as required by the company


• You may be required to carry out any other suitable additional duties that are commensurate with the skills, knowledge and experience of the employee
  
  Experience of working within a manufacturing environment

Experience of H&S issues within a manufacturing environment
Experience of delivering training to personnel (1-1, on-the-job)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
The ability to work unsupervised and be able to use own initiative
Proficiency in IT -Navision, Excel, bpi in-house computer programmes
The ability to handle multiple priorities to ensure deadlines/objectives are met
The ability to form excellent working relationships at all levels and respect confidentiality
Desirable skills, attributes and experience
Knowledge of H&S legislation
Knowledge of ISO Management systems
Experience of recycling or the plastics industry
Some mechanical knowledge of plastics processing machinery
An interest in continuing their own personal development
Environmental awareness