Extrusion Operator
Location: Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
Department: Extrusion
Reporting to: Extrusion Team Leader
Salary: £32,524.42 per annum (including shift allowance)
Hours: Continental shift pattern – 42 hours per week
The Role
A well‑established manufacturing operation in Sunderland, Tyne & Wear is seeking an experienced Extrusion Operator to join its extrusion team. The role involves working within a fast‑paced production environment, setting up and operating extrusion lines, drying and blending equipment, and supporting offline granulation processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate and tend high‑speed extrusion lines, drying and blending equipment
- Monitor and maintain product specifications, making online adjustments where required
- Carry out production and quality checks in line with specifications
- Complete all quality tests and measurements accurately
- Wrap, label and despatch finished product
- Accurately complete all production and quality documentation
- Support the Shift Team Leader in daily operational activities
- Move pallets and materials safely as required
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping across production and associated areas
- Participate in hygiene audits and continuous improvement initiatives
- Promote and maintain safe, healthy and hygienic working practices at all times
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
- Good standard of general education
- Strong numeracy and literacy skills
- Current counterbalance forklift licence
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an extrusion manufacturing environment
- Experience of machine operation and basic fault‑finding or breakdown support
- Working knowledge of extrusion processes and continuous improvement principles
Behavioural Competencies
- Strong team‑working approach
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Respectful and collaborative with colleagues
- Recognises and values others’ contributions and achievements
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of £32,524.42 including shift allowance
- Continental shift pattern averaging 42 hours per week
- Stable, long‑term opportunity within a manufacturing environment
- Team‑focused and safety‑driven workplace