Machine Operator

Blown Film Extrusion Machine Operator

Job Summary

Operate and monitor mono-layer/multi-layer blown film extrusion machines to produce quality PE films while meeting production, quality, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blown film extrusion lines.
• Set and adjust temperature, pressure, output, bubble stability, film thickness, width, cooling, and winding.
• Perform machine start-up, shutdown, changeovers, and routine adjustments.
• Monitor raw materials such as LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, masterbatch, and additives.
• Identify and troubleshoot common film defects and process issues.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and maintain production records.
• Coordinate with Production, QC, and Maintenance teams.
• Follow 5S, HSE, PPE, and housekeeping requirements.

Requirements

• Technical Diploma or relevant technical qualification preferred.
• 12 years of experience in blown film extrusion, preferably PE film production.
• Experience with mono/multi-layer extrusion machines such as Kiefel, W&H, Alpine, Bandera, or similar.
• Good knowledge of extrusion parameters, film defects, bubble stability, and raw materials.
• Experience with FFS film, heavy-duty sacks, shrink/stretch hood, agricultural, or industrial PE film is preferred.
• Willingness to work rotating/alternating shifts and meet production KPIs.