EBM Optimisation Engineer

Spectra Packaging is a leading manufacturer of plastic bottles and closures.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Extrusion Blow Moulding Optimisation Engineer on a full-time basis working days, 39 hours per week.

Reporting to the EBM/IM Production Manager and working alongside the Production Team, this role involves optimisation and improvement of production processes and procedures within the moulding department.

Key Responsibilities Technical & Troubleshooting

• Lead investigations and resolve complex moulding issues.
• Support technicians to achieve target cycle times, quality, and productivity.
• Develop robust process settings.
• Reduce scrap, customer complaints, and process variation.
• Support new product developments to achieve production targets.
• Conduct and monitor machine servicing and performance.
• Assist production with technical support and critical thinking skills.

Training & Development

• Create and deliver structured training/refresher training programmes for technicians.
• Assess competency and develop individual training plans.
• Coach teams on moulding principles.
• Develop work instructions and risk assessments.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve OEE, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate in root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Standardise best practice across machinery, servicing, and team performance.

You Will

• Have a minimum of 3 years moulding experience in one or more of the following processes: Injection Stretch Blow Moulding, Extrusion Blow Moulding, or Injection Moulding.
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Can deliver training and assess training requirements.
• Be honest, dependable, and accountable.
• Be diligent with a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Conscientious with a sharp eye for detail and a pride for delivering excellence consistently.
• Innovative in exploring better ways of working and using your own initiative to find solutions.
• Committed to sustainability in terms of supporting the environment.
• Safety conscious and willing to lead by example.
• Open to embracing challenges and adapting to change when required.

This is an exciting time to be joining an expanding, privately owned company with an ambition and vision to succeed. This position offers a competitive salary, 5% employer pension contribution with employee contribution, 24 days paid holiday (exclusive of bank holidays), free onsite parking, an attractive EAP package, training, and career progression.

Closing date: Sunday 25th October 2026 We are an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit, job requirements, and business needs.