Extrusion Setter (Crosshead / Co-Extrusion)

Extrusion Setter (Crosshead / Co-Extrusion)

Location: West Midlands
Salary: £14.00+ per hour (DOE) + shift allowance (where applicable)
Hours: Full-time (day or rotating shift options available)

Overview

We are working in partnership with a well-established and growing manufacturing business within the plastics and extrusion sector, currently seeking experienced Extrusion Setters to support increased production demand.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled extrusion professionals looking for either a stable days-based role with long weekends or a rotating shift pattern with enhanced earning potential.

⚙️ The Role

As an Extrusion Setter, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and maintaining crosshead extrusion production lines, ensuring efficient output, high-quality standards, and minimal downtime.

You will play a key role in preparing production runs, monitoring quality, and making necessary adjustments to maintain smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities

Setting and operating crosshead extrusion machinery
Preparing and setting up production lines for scheduled runs
Running and supporting full extrusion production processes
Packing and assisting with production output where required
Monitoring product quality and consistency throughout runs
Troubleshooting and adjusting machines during production
Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient working environment

Required Experience

To be successful in this role, you must have hands-on extrusion setting experience in a relevant manufacturing environment.

Essential experience:

Co-extrusion experience
Wire coating or hose/pipe extrusion background
Strong materials knowledge including:

PVC
Polyurethane
Megalon
Nylon

Previous experience as a Setter (not operator level only)
Experience setting up and running full production lines

Important:

Blown film extrusion experience alone will NOT be suitable for this role

⏰ Shift Options

Days Role

Monday – Thursday
6:00am – 6:00pm or 7:00am – 7:00pm
48 hours per week
Long weekends every week

Rotating Shift Role

39 hours per week
Weeks 1–2:

Monday–Wednesday 6am–6pm
Thursday 6am–12pm

Weeks 3–4:

Monday–Wednesday 6pm–6am

Shift allowance:

22% rotating shifts
25% nights

What’s on Offer

Competitive hourly rate from £14.00+ (DOE)
Shift allowance for rotating/night shifts
Long-term, stable employment opportunity
Strong, supportive team environment
Consistent work within a growing manufacturing business
Immediate starts available

About Us

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