Extrusion Operator

Industrious Recruitment are seeking a Extrusion Operator for company based in Dunstable. This exciting opportunity is ideal for an individual, who is looking to be a part of a growing team. Main purpose of job: Supporting the factory extrusion processes and team, executing procedures and policies that will maximise safety, product quality and productivity. Continental Shift (Rotating Days and Nights) 06:00-18:00 18:00-06:00 3 in / 3 off Rate: £13.64/ph Your day-to-day tasks may include: * Liaise with Extrusion Manager Operator on Job priority * Understand Works Orders for instructions * The ability to confidently cover all Extrusion Lines, identify faults and solve problems * Support other Extrusion Operators during their start-ups and change overs * Carrying out quality checks at the beginning, during and at end of each job and signing (works orders) as confirmation that the final inspection criteria/Fit for Purpose (correct size produced, quantities are correct, well presented press or prints) and the flame, corona, anti-bacteria tests have been carried out and the Extrusion Manager has counter signed approval before releasing the order for delivery to the customer * Labelling, stacking and packing finished product for delivery and taking to designated area * Recording, measuring, grading and feeding batches of raw materials into production machinery * Granulating waste * Carrying out basic machine maintenance * Reporting equipment faults or problems * Cleaning and maintaining work area and machinery, ensuring a clean and tidy handover * Ensuring the factory is kept clean, secure and tidy internally and externally * Ensuring sufficient amount of pallets and raw material are conveniently located * Using lifting equipment, cranes and forklift trucks * Maintaining uniform standards and the use of PPE * Following Health and Safety standards and High Hygiene procedures at all times Key skills: * Excellent attention to detail * Organised and the ability to plan ahead * The ability to work quickly and methodically * Mathematical and problem solving skills * The ability to concentrate while doing repetitive tasks * The ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively * Mechanical and practical skills * Work well within a Team * Willingness to build know how * Positive energy