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Job Post Details

Extrusion Production Assistant – Plastic's Manufacturing - job post

Boran Mopack Ltd
Strabane BT82 9PH
Full-time

Job details

Job type

  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Weekend availability
  • Night shift
  • Every weekend
  • Day shift

Location

Strabane BT82 9PH

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral programme
  • Gym membership
  • Free parking
  • Company pension
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On-site parking

Full job description

Location: Ballycolman, Strabane, BT82 9PH
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: Continental Shift Pattern
Reports To: Extrusion Manager

Overview:

With new machinery within the department, we are looking to increase the number of our Extrusion Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and highly motivated person to work for a leading flexible packaging company based in Strabane, Co. Tyrone.

We take pride in our efficient production processes, safety standards, and commitment to employee growth. We're currently seeking a motivated Extrusion Assistant to support our plastic extrusion operations.

Please note - this job is onsite and there is no sponsorship available for this role.

Job Summary:
The Extrusion Helper plays a vital role in our plastic production line by assisting operators with machine setup, material handling, quality checks, and ensuring smooth production flow. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to grow within the plastics manufacturing field.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist extrusion machine operators in setting up and running extrusion machinery.
  • Loading of polymers and additives into hoppers to ensure consistent material feed.
  • Monitor the extrusion line for jams, blockages, or inconsistencies in plastic flow.
  • Perform basic quality inspections on extruded plastic products (e.g., dimensions, surface finish).
  • Collect, stack, and label finished products for packaging and shipping.
  • Keep the work area clean and free of obstructions.
  • Follow all company safety protocols, including proper use of PPE.

Shift Patterns:

This role follows a continental shift pattern, based on a recurring two-week rota.
Shifts are either 06:00–18:00 (day shift) or 18:00–06:00 (night shift).

Days of work over the two-week rota are as follows:

  • Week 1: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
  • Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday

2 weeks of day shift followed by 2 weeks of night shift

Requirements

  • Experience in a production/factory environment is preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
  • Ability to work the continental shift pattern described above.

What We Offer:

  • Annual Loyalty Bonus.
  • Quarterly Performance Bonus.
  • Uniforms, PPE, and safety gear provided.
  • Stable schedule and supportive team environment.
  • Company Pension.
  • Employee Referral Programme.

Progression Opportunities

We believe in training and developing our staff to ensure our employees can progress in their employment.

Once the successful candidates has joined the company and completed general helper training, if desired, there will be opportunities for the ambitious person to progress to a senior production operative role, taking responsibility for operating production machinery and producing product to required specifications.

Boran Mopack Ltd is committed to equality and diversity and wants to attract a range of talented people. We fully support the rights and opportunities of all staff to seek, obtain and hold employment and to enjoy equal employment opportunities without discrimination.

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

Application question(s):

  • Are you able to work the continental shifts described?
  • Describe the experience you have that is relevant to this role?

Experience:

  • factory: 2 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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