Flexo Setter
| Company: | Atkore |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.50 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | West Bromwich, B70 9PL |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 19 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners, and communities are building better together – a future focused on empowering our customers while we power and protect the world.
Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, we manufacture electrical conduit, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions.
Who we are looking for:
Atkore is looking for an experienced Flexo Setter to support the Flexo department in the smooth running of the Flexo machines to produce conduits to drawing. In addition to technical responsibilities, the successful candidate will provide day-to-day leadership and support to the Flexo team, promoting high standards of performance, accountability, training, and continuous improvement across the department.
What you’ll do:
Able to set Flexo machine to produce steel conduits ranging from 10mm-63mm diameter from galvanised & stainless steel.
Able to operate minimum 4 Flexo machines to high standard
Monitor component quality through periodic checking, using the correct gauges, measuring or inspection equipment for the job.
Maintain the efficient operation of the machine lubrication system by monitoring oil levels and topping up with clean lubricant whenever necessary.
Loading coils using the Quick-change coiler and able to operate lifting equipment.
Thread steel strip through form rolls straight and curve guides.
Able to Wind steel strip onto mandrel to produce conduit to the required quality standard.
Collecting conduit in the machine drum.
Able to achieve 75% minimum efficiency when running 4 Flexo
Able to join all types of conduit with welding equipment and transfer conduit into the required storage medium.
Able to complete all quality and production documentation
Ensure all products are produced to the required quality standards
Always maintain a high standard of housekeeping by regularly cleaning the work areas, wiping down machines and keeping floors dry and clean.
Train new starters to include relevant risk assessments and SOP’s.
Ensure health and safety standards are maintained and carry out duties in accordance with the Company’s Health and Safety Policy and standard operating procedures.
Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Flexo department Supervisor/manager.
What you bring:
Previous experience of setting Flexo machines
A good knowledge of Flexo machines
Previous experience of managing a team
Previous experience of working with continuous improvement / lean techniques
Able to work as part of a team and as an individual
Motivation to beat targets safely and required quality standards
Ability to comply with and promote Atkore’s ATIRE and SQDC values
What you will strive to accomplish in this role:
S -Zero Harm to yourself or your colleagues
Q – Zero defective raw materials accepted into the premises
D- All offloading of raw materials achieved in a timely manner
C- Zero downtime for machines allocated to material waiting time
Hours of Work:
Hours to be discussed during interview process
06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00 rotating shift pattern or day shift
Salary:
£14.50 plus depending on experience.
22% shift allowance for completing rotating shift pattern.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave
Festive shutdown at Christmas
Companywide bonus scheme
Service and recognition awards
Training and development opportunities
Company Pension
Life Assurance 4x salary
Discounted Gym Membership
Enhanced family friendly policies
Free annual flu vaccination vouchers
Employee assistance programme including a 24/7 GP service.
Cash health plan
Free home cyber security training
Cycle to work scheme.
Free onsite parking
We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, if you do require any reasonable adjustments, please contact ukrecruitment@atkore.com.
Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviours, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavour to move us forward.
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