At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and mix high-quality uPVC compounds in a hands-on manufacturing role.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and quality.
- Benefits: Enjoy 31 days holiday, competitive salary, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and continuous learning await you.
- Why this job: Achieve a better work-life balance with just three 12-hour shifts per week.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science; manufacturing experience preferred.
Looking for a role that gives you four days off every week? We're seeking a uPVC Compounder to join our manufacturing team on a permanent day shift pattern working three 12-hour shifts (Thursday, Friday and Saturday). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on manufacturing work and values having more time during the week for family commitments, hobbies, studies, or simply a better work-life balance.
As a key member of our production team, you'll be responsible for preparing and mixing high-quality uPVC compounds that keep our manufacturing operation running efficiently. You'll work closely with our Technical and Production teams to ensure products meet the highest standards of quality and consistency.
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: 36 hours per week, Days – Thursday to Saturday: 7:00am – 7:00pm
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
- 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
- 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.
Ready for a better work-life balance? If you're looking for a manufacturing role that offers full-time hours in just three days per week, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that values quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.
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 Compounder - Days employer: Anglian Home Improvements
Anglian Home Improvements is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in Norwich that prioritises safety and operational excellence. Employees benefit from additional holiday days, a comprehensive health plan, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in manufacturing leadership.
