Company Description

Faerch supplies the global food industry with quality food packaging solutions whilst driving the circular transition as an integrated recycler. We serve food manufacturers and retailers around the world with our network of state-of-the-art production facilities across UK, Europe, Asia and US. Today, more than 5,900 employees are part of the Faerch Group. Faerch is part of A.P. Moller Group.

Job Description

Our 3 Extrusion machines feed over 30 Thermoforming lines, this role is to join our experienced and dedicated team to run our state-of-the-art Extrusion Lines that produce in excess of 700 Tons of rPet Sheet per week using over 300 Tons of recycled bottles in the process.

• Reporting to the Team Leader, you will be responsible for:
• Following with the extrusion plan
• Changing material blends to match planned recipes
• Booking rolls onto the company's stock control system and labelling product directly
• Carry out basic maintenance of extrusion machinery such as roller and die cleaning, and vacuum system maintenance
• Working with your team to maintain a clean, safe working area adhering to strict housekeeping rules
• Setting up & maintaining efficient running of the extrusion lines
• Quality sampling of finished sheet, focussing on gauge, clarity and slip properties
• Supporting achievement of department KPIs’ with regards to Output, Waste and Quality Rejects

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team that works together to ensure production plans are met and quality sheet is always produced. We’d like:
• Technical/Mechanical aptitude
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to take & follow instructions
• Previous extrusion experience would be beneficial, not essential

Additional Information

Working at Faerch means working in an innovative and open-minded company that increases the commitment and motivation of all employees. It is important to us that everyone has the same opportunities, that there is an open exchange, and that we value each other. The power of diversity in backgrounds, ways of problem-solving, personal knowledge, gender, and culture fosters our growth and inspires the whole organization. Because the key to our success is the diversity and dedication of our employees.

• Pension
• Death in Service, salary x 4
• Bupa Cashplan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Allowance 2 & 5 Years
• 6 monthly production Bonus
• Safety Boot Contribution
• Free Hot Drinks
• Regular Company Events

Your Hours:
av. 42.875hrs a week, on a continental 4on-4off shift pattern rolling days (0545 – 1800) & nights (1745 – 0600). On occasion you may need to work additional hours to adapt to business needs.