Setter - Plastic Extrusion

Extrusion Machine Setter Location: UK Industry: Advanced Plastics ManufacturingSalary: 38,000An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Extrusion Setter to join a premier, privately-owned UK contract manufacturer. Supplying high-spec plastic and composite components to world-leading multi-national clients across automotive, aerospace, medical, and HVAC sectors, our client is expanding its production capabilities to meet growing demand.Key ResponsibilitiesMachine Setup and Optimization: Safely execute start-up, tool changes, conditioning, re-start, and shut-down processes across multiple extrusion lines.Process Improvement and Fault Finding: Troubleshoot development and production process issues, implementing continuous improvement and cost-saving measures.Line Preparation: Conduct material preparation, hopper cleaning, daily safety checks, and 5S cleanliness around working areas. Ensure correct SOPs are issued and legacy materials/paperwork are removed prior to production.Hands-on Production and Support: Perform assembly/packing functions when required, collect/record data via paper and cloud systems, and deliver detailed shift handovers.Team Development: Assist Team Leaders with production training, first-sample approvals, and coaching apprentices.Candidate RequirementsExperience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience as an Extrusion Setter (essential).Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of plastics, modern manufacturing principles, HSE standards, and ..... full job details .....