Extrusion Operator – Port Talbot
About Alfaplas Ltd
Alfaplas Ltd is a leading manufacturer and supplier of plain and printed flexible packaging and is part of the Sphere Group, one of Europe's leading manufacturers of food and waste packaging solutions.
Our ambition is to be one of the UK's leading integrated extrusion and flexible packaging manufacturers. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer service while continuing to invest in our people, technology, and the development of more environmentally sustainable packaging solutions.
Our Head Office is based on the Rotherwas Industrial Estate in Hereford, employing over 57 colleagues across extrusion, printing, and slitting operations. In 2021, we expanded with the acquisition of our second manufacturing site at Baglan Energy Park, Port Talbot, where more than 56 employees operate multiple extrusion lines and conversion facilities.
The Opportunity
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Extrusion Operator to join our team at our Port Talbot manufacturing site.
Reporting to the Extrusion Day Supervisor, you will play a key role in producing high-quality low-density polyethylene (LDPE) film to meet customer specifications. Working as part of an experienced production team, you will help ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:
· Complete all company production recording documents / paperwork.
· Carry out basic QA checks (dimensions).
· Log and summarise basic QA checks.
· Use correct safety equipment / PPE.
· Fill all extrusion polymer bins and additive bins.
· Maintain general housekeeping and hygiene at all times.
· Web up extrusion lines and equipment.
· Comply with company scrap procedure at all times.
· Be able to use manual and powered Pallet Trucks in a safe manner
· Follow packing procedure against works order (correct pallet, correct core, correct stacking).
· Change parent reels.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- A safety and quality focused individual who takes pride in their work with the ability to use their own initiative and has good organisational skills
- Excellent communication & numerical skills
- Ability to manage and deal with change in a fast moving and demanding environment whilst still maintaining standards set within the business
- Good attendance and time keeping
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office would be beneficial.
PLEASE NOTE: All applicants are required to provide the appropriate documentation at their interview in order for us to conduct a right to work check. Regrettably, we will be unable to progress your application without evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £12.71-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Port Talbot SA12: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
