FUNCTION WITHIN THE BUSINESS
The role of the Extrusion Operator is to manufacture high quality blown film extruded film to the required customer standards whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
HEALTH & SAFETY
- Manage Health & Safety requirements in accordance to the Companys policy.
- Promotion/awareness of the company H&S Policy.
- Contribute in the improvement of H&S systems and practices within the department.
- To attend H&S training courses to develop personal knowledge and skills.
- Assisting management with updating Safe Working Procedures.
- Identify and report any machine defects/problems to the Shift Manager / Team Leader or the Engineering Manager.
PRODUCTION/QUALITY/ CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Ensure the department is clean, tidy and safe at all times
Complete job documentation as and when required.
Ensure all kags are always fully loaded and dosing in to blends where applicable.
Ensure all Operators are working safely and wearing all required PPE when needed.
Take responsibility for ensuring customer orders are set up to specification.
Operate all machinery within the department.
SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES
Experience of working within a manufacturing environment
Experience of H&S issues within a manufacturing environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work unsupervised and be able to use own initiative
Proficiency in IT Navision, Excel, bpi in-house computer programmes
The ability to handle multiple priorities to ensure deadlines/objectives are met
The ability to form excellent working relationships at all levels and respect confidentiality
Desirable skills, attributes and experience
Knowledge of H&S legislation
Knowledge of ISO Management systems
Experience of recycling or the plastics industry
Some mechanical knowledge of plastics processing machinery
An interest in continuing their own personal development
Environmental awareness
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