Extrusion Setter

Extrusion Setter Flintshire Permanent Salary - Competitive DOE Omega have partnered with a leading privately-owned contract manufacturer of plastic and composite components. Key Responsibilities - Extrusion Setter Ensure that machine start up, re-start and shut down processes are followed Ensure all team members work safely and comply with HSE policies and procedures Fault finding and problem solving of development and production processes Tool changes including tool preparation, cleaning hoppers and material preparation Cleanliness around machines in accordance with 5S protocols Assist Team Leader with production training and first samples Perform hands-on production and assembly functions, includes running machines and packing. Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates. Data collection and recording using papers and cloud-based systems Carry out shift handover to the next setter Carry out daily machine safety checks and report any faults Ensure standard operating procedures and any other relevant information is issued to operators prior to production run (thus ensuring all old production run materials, parts and paperwork are removed from the press). Suggest and implement continuous improvement and cost saving ideas Personal Specification - Extrusion Setter Minimum of 2 years as an extrusion setter is essential Qualification in plastic extrusion from a recognised plastics provider is desired but not essential Understand modern manufacturing principles and quality, as well as health and safety standards Knowledge of materials To demonstrate a level of determination to achieve multiple tasks in a busy environment Good Communication skills Have a conscientious attitude to work Confident to improve and adjust extrusion conditions Problem solving experience Ability to coach and support apprentices Self-motivated with ambition IT literate Benefits - Extrusion Setter 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Group-wide bonus scheme Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life assurance Training and development opportunities Workwear provided Employee Assistance Programme Extrusion Setter Flintshire Permanent Salary - Competitive DOE Omega have partnered with a leading privately-owned contract manufacturer of plastic and composite components. Key Responsibilities - Extrusion Setter Ensure that machine start up, re-start and shut down processes are followed Ensure all team members work safely and comply with HSE policies and procedures Fault finding and problem solving of development and production processes Tool changes including tool preparation, cleaning hoppers and material preparation Cleanliness around machines in accordance with 5S protocols Assist Team Leader with production training and first samples Perform hands-on production and assembly functions, includes running machines and packing. Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates. Data collection and recording using papers and cloud-based systems Carry out shift handover to the next setter Carry out daily machine safety checks and report any faults Ensure standard operating procedures and any other relevant information is issued to operators prior to production run (thus ensuring all old production run materials, parts and paperwork are removed from the press). Suggest and implement continuous improvement and cost saving ideas Personal Specification - Extrusion Setter Minimum of 2 years as an extrusion setter is essential Qualification in plastic extrusion from a recognised plastics provider is desired but not essential Understand modern manufacturing principles and quality, as well as health and safety standards Knowledge of materials To demonstrate a level of determination to achieve multiple tasks in a busy environment Good Communication skills Have a conscientious attitude to work Confident to improve and adjust extrusion conditions Problem solving experience Ability to coach and support apprentices Self-motivated with ambition IT literate Benefits - Extrusion Setter 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Group-wide bonus scheme Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life assurance Training and development opportunities Workwear provided Employee Assistance Programme Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-19