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Machine Operator — Plastics

Operating injection moulding machines and checking finished plastic parts for the automotive industry.

Recruitment partner

Arktis Group Recruitment

Receiving company · name shared before you accept an offer.

Country
Germany
Injection moulding plant, North Rhine-Westphalia
Experience
1+ year
Hourly pay
From €15
Gross · before tax
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About the role

You will run and monitor injection moulding machines that produce plastic parts for car interiors. The main tasks are starting and stopping machines, loading raw material, removing parts and checking their quality. Mould changes are done together with a setter, and experienced colleagues support you during your first weeks. The plant works a three-shift system with fixed weekly rotation. This role suits a production worker who wants to develop technical skills.


What you’ll do

  • Start up, run and monitor injection moulding machines
  • Load raw material and support mould changes
  • Remove, trim and pack finished parts
  • Check parts against reference parts and measurement sheets
  • Record output, scrap and downtime
  • Keep the machine area clean and follow safety rules

What you’ll bring

  • At least 1 year of machine operation or production experience
  • Ability to work a three-shift system
  • Basic German or English
  • Good eyesight and attention to detail
  • Valid EU passport or ID card

Pay & working arrangements

Pay
From €15 per hour, gross
Shift allowance
Night shift allowance on top of base pay
Working pattern
Three-shift system, weekly rotation, Monday to Friday
Contract
Temporary contract, with the option of a direct contract after 9 months
Accommodation
Shared apartment near the plant can be arranged at a monthly cost
Employment model
Staffing through our recruitment team

Contract, shifts and any deductions are explained before you accept an offer.

What happens next?

  1. Send your application

    Tell us about your experience. A CV helps, but it isn’t required.

  2. Discuss your experience

    We’ll be in touch to learn more about your background.

  3. Review the terms

    We’ll explain the assignment details before you accept an offer.

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