Skilled operator Work, Jobs in Leeds, Eng (with Salaries)

Extrusion Operator – APET / rPET Sheet
A & K Ecofilm Ltd —Bradford
- £34,000 - £40,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Programmable logic controllers
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
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Licensing and Compliance Officer
Leeds City Council —Leeds
- £28,598 - £31,022 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
7d
CNC Setter/Operator
Walker Brothers —Elland
- £14 - £15 an hour
- Overtime
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
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11d
Ground Worker
Coral Windows (bfd) ltd —Bradford
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Commercial driving
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7d
Fleet Regulations Officer
Leeds City Council —Leeds
- £37,280 - £39,152 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
5d
HGV Lorry Loader Operator Class 1
David Watson Transport —Leeds
- £49,500 - £57,500 a year
- Overtime
- In-person
- Commercial driving
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
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12d
Multi Skilled Operator
Biffa Waste Services —Wakefield
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Organisational skills
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15h
JLR Diagnostics Technician
BCA —Brighouse
- £22 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Driving
- Mentoring
- Automotive diagnostics
- Employee assistance programme
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CNC Machine Operator
Riviera Automotive —Cleckheaton
- £28,000 - £31,000 a year
- Overtime
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
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4d
Civils Supervisor
Stonbury Limited —Harrogate
- £22 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Production Operator
Just Paper Tubes LTD —Selby
- From £13.63 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- English
- In-person
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6d
Telehandler Operator
Ward —Barnsley
- Full-time
- Construction
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
ETCS Training & Simulation Manager
Northern Trains —Leeds
- £69,913 - £72,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
3d
CNC Machine Operator
John Binns Springs a CGR Company Limited —Skipton
- £12.21 - £16.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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10d
CNC Turner/Setter/Operator
Tridon EMEA —Keighley
- Up to £24 an hour
- Full-time
- CAD
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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16h
Material Handler (360 Operator)
Ward —Barnsley
- Full-time
- Mechanical knowledge
HGV Class 2 Cappellotto Recycler Operator
Quest Waste Management —Ossett
- £15.50 - £16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Driving
- IT
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Machine Operator/ Gantry Line Services Support roles
Symingtons, now part of Princes Group —Leeds
- £12.71 - £13.25 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Experienced Slitter Operator
Arrow Film & Foil Converters Ltd —Castleford
- £26,436.80 - £30,000.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Power tools
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
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Water Operative Teams (Ganger and mate)
United Infrastructure —Leeds
- Full-time
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
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Extrusion Operator – APET / rPET Sheet

A & K Ecofilm Ltd
Bradford

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Job details

Full-time
£34,000 - £40,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
On-site parking

Qualifications

Fabrication
Numeracy
Programmable logic controllers
SolidWorks
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Job Description: Extrusion Operator – APET / rPET Sheet Manufacturing

Job Title: Extrusion Operator

Department: Production / Manufacturing

Reports To: Operations Manager

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire

Shift Pattern: Continental Shift Pattern, 12 hours per shift: 4 days on, 4 off, 4 Nights on, 4 off

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Extrusion Operator to support the manufacture of high-quality APET and rPET sheet products supplied into the thermoforming packaging sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and optimising sheet extrusion lines to ensure consistent product quality, efficient production performance, and compliance with food packaging and recycling standards.

This role requires experience in polymer processing, extrusion operations, process control, and quality assurance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Set up, start up, operate, and shut down APET/rPET sheet extrusion lines safely and efficiently.

Monitor and control extrusion parameters including:

· temperatures

· pressures

· screw speeds

· melt quality

· gauge/profile control

· line speeds

· Ensure sheet products meet customer specifications for:

· thickness tolerance

· clarity

· colour

· surface finish

· mechanical performance

· Carry out product changeovers, material changes, and process adjustments to minimise downtime and waste.

· Monitor raw material handling systems including PET resin, regrind, and additives.

· Support recycling and reprocessing activities associated with rPET production.

· Perform routine quality inspections and record production/process data accurately.

· Identify and troubleshoot extrusion, downstream, and quality issues in a timely manner.

· Work closely with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to maximise OEE and line efficiency.

· Maintain housekeeping standards in accordance with GMP and food packaging requirements.

· Follow all health, safety, environmental, and operational procedures.

· Assist with preventative maintenance activities and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

· Ensure compliance with food-contact packaging standards and customer requirements.

· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives relating to productivity, waste reduction, and process stability.

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

· Previous experience operating plastic sheet extrusion equipment, ideally within PET, APET, or rPET processing.

· Good understanding of extrusion process controls and polymer behaviour.

· Ability to interpret production specifications and quality standards.

· Experience using measurement and inspection equipment such as micrometers, thickness gauges, and visual quality systems.

· Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.

· Good numeracy and record-keeping skills.

· Awareness of health & safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.

· FLT Licence (counterbalance) or competency.

Desirable

· Experience within food-grade packaging manufacturing.

· Knowledge of thermoforming sheet requirements and downstream converting processes.

· Familiarity with:

o co-extrusion systems

o vacuum systems

o crystallisers and drying systems

o gravimetric blending systems

o inline trimming and winding systems

Personal Attributes

· Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail.

· Reliable and quality-focused.

· Able to work under pressure in a continuous manufacturing environment.

· Proactive approach to process improvement and waste reduction.

· Flexible and willing to support operational requirements across shifts.

Working Environment

This role is based within small manufacturing facility producing APET/rPET sheet for thermoformed packaging applications. The environment includes:

· continuous extrusion processing equipment

· moving machinery

· elevated temperatures

· forklift traffic

· shift-based operations

· Appropriate PPE and training will be provided.

About the Company

A&K Ecofilm is a manufacturer of high-quality APET / rPET sheet products supplying the thermoforming packaging market. We are committed to product quality, sustainability, operational excellence.

Pay: £34,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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skilled operator jobs in leeds, eng

Extrusion Operator – APET / rPET Sheet

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Production Operator

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ETCS Training & Simulation Manager

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