Extrusion Operator
Working Hours:
36 hours per week
06:00 - 13:30/13:30 - 21:00, Monday to Thursday
06:00 - 12:00/12:00 - 18:00, Friday
30 minute - paid lunch break
We are recruiting for an Extrusion Operator, based at our Head Office in Hyde. The primary roles are running, packing, and monitoring our PVC Extrusion Line for bespoke products. The role will be varied, a ‘hands on’ approach implementing production programmes with agreed quality and speed parameters. Understanding dimensional checks and working to close tolerances is essential, recording quality results and visual inspection will be part of the day-to-day role.
Main Responsibilities & Duties
• Pack finished products to specification and customer requirements.
• Carry out dimensional checks using measuring equipment to ensure products meet close tolerances.
• Perform regular visual quality inspections throughout the production process.
• Record production data, quality results, scrap levels, and downtime accurately.
• Identify and report product defects, machine issues, or process abnormalities promptly.
• Support tool changes, line start-ups, and shutdown procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work areas clean and organised.
• Work in accordance with health & safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance staff, and colleagues across shifts.
Essential Criteria
• Previous experience operating extrusion machinery, ideally within PVC or plastics manufacturing.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Experience working to close tolerances and quality specifications.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as calliper’s, micrometres, gauges, or tape measures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and recording skills for production and quality documentation.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to support different production activities.
Desirable Criteria
• Knowledge of extrusion tooling and machine adjustments.
• Forklift licence or material handling experience.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
Our Benefits:
• 28 days holiday (including statutory), rising by one day after one completed year of service.
• Auto enrolled in our Stakeholder Pension Scheme ((Louvolite contributes 4%).
• Life Assurance covering your annual salary.
• Subsidised canteen offering freshly cooked meals and sandwiches every day.
• Free car parking.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family.
• Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance.
• Discounted Gym Memberships.
• Discounted Blinds and Shutters, upon successful completion of your Probationary Period.
• Free Flu Jab vouchers every Autumn.
• Christmas Savings Scheme.
• NHS Health checks
Main Responsibilities & Duties
• Pack finished products to specification and customer requirements.
• Carry out dimensional checks using measuring equipment to ensure products meet close tolerances.
• Perform regular visual quality inspections throughout the production process.
• Record production data, quality results, scrap levels, and downtime accurately.
• Identify and report product defects, machine issues, or process abnormalities promptly.
• Support tool changes, line start-ups, and shutdown procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work areas clean and organised.
• Work in accordance with health & safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance staff, and colleagues across shifts.
Essential Criteria
• Previous experience operating extrusion machinery, ideally within PVC or plastics manufacturing.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Experience working to close tolerances and quality specifications.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as calliper’s, micrometres, gauges, or tape measures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and recording skills for production and quality documentation.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to support different production activities.
Desirable Criteria
• Knowledge of extrusion tooling and machine adjustments.
• Forklift licence or material handling experience.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
Our Benefits:
• 28 days holiday (including statutory), rising by one day after one completed year of service.
• Auto enrolled in our Stakeholder Pension Scheme ((Louvolite contributes 4%).
• Life Assurance covering your annual salary.
• Subsidised canteen offering freshly cooked meals and sandwiches every day.
• Free car parking.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family.
• Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance.
• Discounted Gym Memberships.
• Discounted Blinds and Shutters, upon successful completion of your Probationary Period.
• Free Flu Jab vouchers every Autumn.
• Christmas Savings Scheme.
• NHS Health checks
Main Responsibilities & Duties
• Pack finished products to specification and customer requirements.
• Carry out dimensional checks using measuring equipment to ensure products meet close tolerances.
• Perform regular visual quality inspections throughout the production process.
• Record production data, quality results, scrap levels, and downtime accurately.
• Identify and report product defects, machine issues, or process abnormalities promptly.
• Support tool changes, line start-ups, and shutdown procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work areas clean and organised.
• Work in accordance with health & safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance staff, and colleagues across shifts.
Essential Criteria
• Previous experience operating extrusion machinery, ideally within PVC or plastics manufacturing.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Experience working to close tolerances and quality specifications.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as calliper’s, micrometres, gauges, or tape measures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and recording skills for production and quality documentation.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to support different production activities.
Desirable Criteria
• Knowledge of extrusion tooling and machine adjustments.
• Forklift licence or material handling experience.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
Our Benefits:
• 28 days holiday (including statutory), rising by one day after one completed year of service.
• Auto enrolled in our Stakeholder Pension Scheme ((Louvolite contributes 4%).
• Life Assurance covering your annual salary.
• Subsidised canteen offering freshly cooked meals and sandwiches every day.
• Free car parking.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family.
• Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance.
• Discounted Gym Memberships.
• Discounted Blinds and Shutters, upon successful completion of your Probationary Period.
• Free Flu Jab vouchers every Autumn.
• Christmas Savings Scheme.
• NHS Health checks
Interested?
Apply through the form below with your CV