Job Description

About us

Sharpak Bridgwater manufactures plastic packaging for the food industry. The use of food packaging is essential for optimising food quality and preservation. Plastic food packaging extends the shelf-life of food, reduces food colour change and wastage, preserves the food's nutrient content and prevents harmful food borne illnesses.

We recycle all plastic waste on site and reuse it in our manufacturing process. Sharpak Bridgwater is also proud to be part of Prevent Ocean Plastic and Operation Clean Sweep.

The Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Plastic Extrusion Setter to join our Extrusion Department.

In this role you will be responsible for setting up and running extrusion lines, be able to set machines safely and achieve standard quality and output targets.

You will work as part of a team of 7 Setters reporting to a Setter Team Leader on one of our 4 shift rotations on a 4 on 4 off working pattern covering days and nights.

Hours/Shift

12 Hour shifts working 4 on / 4 off. Rotating 4 on days and 4 on nights

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Responsible for setting and adjusting extrusion machine tools and ancillary equipment in conjunction with safe systems of work. Ensuring machines and equipment are set in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy/Health and Safety Arrangements Manual. The adherence and promotion of quality and hygiene arrangements in all relevant areas ensuring a clean, tidy and safe working environment is maintained. Ensuring finished product is given a first-off approval and that on-going production is within specification. Liaise with production / QA giving accurate and detailed information regarding works and repairs Work closely with production staff to achieve daily targets. Support the staff and teams in your area of control to meet the needs of the business

Experience & Skills

Essential:

Mechanical knowledge Strong planning and organising skills (able to prioritise own workload). Strong numeracy and literacy skills. Excellent Communicator (verbal, written, listening, influencing). Strong/Moderate IT skills (being able to interact with logic screens)

The ideal candidate will have:

Awareness of Health and Safety and other relevant legislation 2-3 years experience within a plastic processing production environment Extrusion Setter experience Strong SHE awareness An ability to prioritise workload and a strong work ethic Understanding of lean manufacturing
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 16.23 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person