Machine Setter Operator (Extrusion & Cable Manufacturing)

£15.97 per hour 37.5 hours per week paid Monday to Friday 7:45am to 3:45pm Flexible working patterns may be available on request.

The Role

As a Production Machine Setter Operator, you will set up, operate and monitor manufacturing machinery, mainly extrusion equipment used in cable production. You will carry out machine and tooling changeovers, check product quality and help keep production running safely and efficiently. You will develop your skills in machine setup, production start-up and fault finding, with opportunities to train in other manufacturing departments. Previous extrusion experience is desirable, but not essential.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Good mechanical understanding and the ability to identify and resolve basic machine or production problems.
• Good practical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Confident using computers to record production information.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Willing to learn new skills and train in other manufacturing departments.
• Able to safely handle materials weighing up to 25kg, following manual handling procedures.
• A positive, motivated approach and willingness to undertake different production tasks. Desirable Requirements
• Previous experience operating and setting extrusion machinery.
• Experience within a cable manufacturing or plastics extrusion environment.
• Forklift Truck (FLT) Licence.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement or production efficiency techniques.

General Responsibilities

Assist with routine maintenance activities to ensure machinery remains safe, reliable and operating efficiently. Carry out regular product inspections to ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards. Follow all quality control procedures and identify non-conforming products, taking appropriate action to minimise waste and scrap. Use initiative to resolve production and quality issues and escalate concerns when necessary. Work safely at all times in accordance with company health and safety policies and procedures. Immediately report any hazards, near misses, accidents or safety concerns. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation throughout the department. Liaise regularly with supervisors, production management and other departments to support operational objectives. Contribute positively to team performance through a proactive and collaborative approach. Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, quality and productivity. PLEASE EMAIL AN UP TO DATE CV AND CONTACT ADAM DYSON FOR FURTHER DETAILS. . The Clever Fish Recruitment review all applications. However due to the high volume of applicants we receive, unfortunately we are not always able to respond to every applicant individually. If you’ve not heard from us within 5 working days, on this occasion your application has not been successful. The Clever Fish Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or age. All applicants are considered based on their merits and abilities for the job. By making an application to a job advertised by The Clever Fish Recruitment or providing your contact information to show interest in a job advertised by The Clever Fish Recruitment, you consent to the disclosure of your information to The Clever Fish Recruitment to assist our legitimate business needs. This includes agreeing for The Clever Fish Recruitment storing your information and allowing us to contact you regarding suitable job opportunities. You are within your rights to ask us to remove your information at any time