Extrusion Operator

Berry Global, inc, Bromborough, Wirral

Extrusion Operator

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Berry Global, inc, Bromborough, Wirral

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 9 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d564681f5b48474dbad795afa65c9e2e

Full Job Description

  • Manage Health & Safety requirements in accordance to the Company's 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
  • Communicate with the Team Leader to ensure all changeovers are planned and to ensure all labour is provided to execute the changeovers with regards to SMED.
  • 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, including inline recycling machines.
  • OPERATOR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
  • Liaise with the Team Leader and other employees at all levels to identify and assess training / schedules and development needs.
  • Attend self development training activities.
  • Assist with any machine difficulties an operator may be having, exhibiting an open, friendly approach and showing individuals how to overcome the problems in case of recurrence.
  • OCCASIONAL TASKS
  • Support the Technical Team with plant / product trials
  • You may be required to work alternative shifts as required by the company
  • You may be required to carry out any other suitable additional duties that are commensurate with the skills, knowledge and experience of the employee

    Experience of working within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience of H&S issues within a manufacturing environment Experience of delivering training to personnel (1-1, on-the-job) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organisational and administrative 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