Extrusion Operating Technician
13 hours ago
City of London
Extrusion Operating Technician Join an innovative materials technology company developing advanced polymer and additive solutions for industrial applications. This is a hands-on technical role supporting material development and scale-up activities through polymer compounding, extrusion processing and material preparation. Working within a small-batch R&D facility, you'll support the delivery of development trials, process optimisation projects and new material innovations. What you'll be doing: • Setting up, operating and shutting down twin-screw compounding extrusion lines for development trials., • Preparing, weighing and blending raw materials, additives and pigments to formulation specifications., • Monitoring and adjusting processing parameters including temperature, screw speed, feed rates and vacuum., • Operating pelletising, drying, mixing and pulverising equipment to produce development samples., • Carrying out equipment changeovers, cleaning activities and contamination control procedures., • Supporting routine maintenance, equipment inspections and first-line troubleshooting., • Receiving, storing and handling materials whilst maintaining traceability records., • Maintaining accurate process documentation and production records., • Following SOPs, quality standards and health & safety procedures at all times., • Collaborating with scientists and engineers to support material development programmes. What you'll need: • Industry experience operating twin-screw compounding extrusion equipment., • Understanding of extrusion and compounding process variables and their impact on product quality., • Experience preparing formulations and weighing materials to specification., • Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence working with technical equipment., • Good organisational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to maintain accurate records and follow technical procedures., • Strong awareness of health, safety and housekeeping standards., • Ability to work independently within a fast-paced R&D environment. Nice to have: • Experience within masterbatch, additive or specialty polymer compounding., • Experience working with pigments, fillers or additive dispersion processes., • Experience operating pulverising, milling or drying equipment., • Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems., • Relevant qualification in Polymer Processing, Engineering or Applied Science., • Forklift, pallet truck or other material handling equipment certification. What's in it for you? • Full-time permanent position., • Opportunity to contribute to innovative materials technology research and development programmes., • Exposure to cutting-edge polymer and additive development projects., • Collaborative and fast-paced technical environment., • Competitive salary and benefits package. What's Next? If you're an experienced Extrusion Operating Technician looking for an exciting hands-on role within an innovative materials technology company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply or get in touch with Jazz@adlib-recruitment.co.uk if you have any questions.