At a Glance
- Tasks: Mix and prepare high-quality uPVC compounds in a hands-on manufacturing role.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 31 days holiday, and health perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Great career development opportunities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in production.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science; manufacturing experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently looking for a uPVC Compounder to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for preparing and mixing high-quality uPVC compounds in line with production schedules and specifications. Working closely with the Technical and Production teams, you will play a key role in ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across the compounding process.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately weigh and blend raw materials including PVC resin, stabilisers, fillers, and pigments in line with approved formulations
- Operate and monitor mixers, blenders, and extrusion equipment
- Carry out in-process quality checks (e.g. melt flow, colour, density) and make necessary adjustments
- Maintain accurate records of batch formulations, material usage, and outputs
- Support manufacturing teams by responding to operational queries
- Help standardise and document compounding processes
- Monitor stock levels of raw materials and report any shortages
- Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
- Keep the work area clean, organised, and contamination-free
Shifts: Week 1 Days – Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 19:00; Week 2 Nights – Monday to Wednesday - 19:00 to 07:00; Thursday 19:00 to 23:00; Week 3 Days – Monday to Wednesday – 07:00 to 19:00; Thursday 07:00 to 15:00
About You
Essential:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and Science
- Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
- Ability to follow technical instructions and interpret data sheets
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Basic IT skills for data entry and reporting
- Understanding of safe chemical handling (COSHH awareness)
Desirable:
- Experience in plastic compounding, ideally with uPVC
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Polymer Processing or Manufacturing
- Forklift licence or material handling certification
- Knowledge of material properties and formulation techniques
What We're Looking For
- A proactive and reliable team player
- Someone who can work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
- A strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary
- Pension
- 31 days holiday, increasing with service, plus have your birthday off
- Paid time off annually to volunteer
- Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including cycle to work scheme, heavily discounted gym memberships and free access to mental health first aiders
- Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products
- Group Perks and freebies on days out, cinema, theatre, eating in and out, mobiles phones, food shopping and most major high street retailers
- Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and supportive team.
- Career development and continuous learning opportunities.
Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of Succeed Together we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the best person for the job regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.
uPVC Compounding Technician in Northumberland employer: Anglian Home Improvements
Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a uPVC Compounding Technician, where you'll enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive health benefits, we are dedicated to fostering employee growth through career development opportunities and a commitment to equality and inclusion. Experience the unique advantages of working in a forward-thinking environment that values teamwork and offers perks that enhance your lifestyle.
