Extrusion Operator – Manufacturing Production Role

About the role

This position is for an Extrusion Operator in a global manufacturing business that produces innovative packaging for the food and pharmaceutical sectors. You will work on blown film extrusion lines, ensuring safe operation, product quality and meeting production targets while supporting the company’s sustainability goals.

Key responsibilities

• Operate blown film extrusion machinery safely and efficiently.
• Monitor product quality, conduct testing and record results against specifications.
• Track output rates, utilisation and scrap levels to meet production targets.
• Run recycling equipment on the production line.
• Complete production documentation and input data accurately.
• Report hazards, maintain a safe working environment and uphold housekeeping standards.
• Ensure effective communication and handover between shifts.

Required profile

• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong commitment to health and safety procedures.
• Experience operating production machinery.
• Desirable: previous experience with extrusion, plastics, blown film or recycling; background in packaging, food or pharmaceutical manufacturing; FLT licence or similar qualifications.

Required skills

• Blown film extrusion machinery operation.
• Recycling equipment operation.
• Product quality testing.
• Production data entry and documentation.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £30,100 per year.
• Graded pay progression opportunities.
• 22 days annual leave.
• Benefits package including Medicash, eye‑care vouchers and additional employee perks.
• Comprehensive training programme and long‑term career stability.