Job Description

Workshop Assistant / Extrusion Assistant

Location

: Circular11, Unit 3 Ambassador Industrial Estate, Airfield Road, Christchurch, BH23 3TG

Type

: Full-time & part time available early/late shifts, Permanent

Salary

: 10 - 17 per hour (depending on experience, age, and shift pattern)

Start Date

: Within the next 4 weeks

Be part of the movement to transform plastic waste into the future of building material.

Circular11 is a fast-growing climate-tech startup on a mission to radically increase plastic recycling rates and reduce the carbon footprint of the built environment. We recycle low-value, hard-to-recycle plastic into high-performance building materials -- keeping waste out of landfill and reducing the need for virgin materials.

As we scale our operations, we're looking for a Workshop Assistant / Extrusion Assistant to join our Christchurch team and support our innovative manufacturing process.

What You'll Do:

As an Extrusion Assistant, you'll play a hands-on role in our plastic production line, helping to keep operations running smoothly and safely. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Assisting extrusion machine operators with setup and operation Loading polymers and additives into hoppers to ensure smooth material flow Monitoring the extrusion line for jams, blockages, or quality issues Performing basic inspections (e.g., checking product finish and measurements) Collecting, stacking, and labelling finished products for dispatch Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe work area Following all safety procedures and wearing appropriate PPE

Shift Pattern:

Monday to Friday (optional overtime available on weekends) The following shift pattern may be adjusted to suit candidate.

Early Shift

: 6:00am - 2:00pm

Late Shift

: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
We offer flexible shift options -- and we'll work with you to find the best fit, inform us on application of your preferred working hours.

Career Growth:

At Circular11, we believe in investing in our people. Once you've completed your initial training, you'll have opportunities to move into a Workshop lead - Senior Production Operative role -- and beyond. We are looking to scale into a bigger facility by the end of the year which will create many new roles that you could move into. We're a small, ambitious team, so there are real pathways to progress in production, engineering, material handling, team management, R&D, logistics and much more.

What We're Looking For:

Core Qualities:

Eagerness to learn and grow Strong attention to detail A reliable, proactive attitude Ability to follow instructions and work independently Commitment to safety and high-quality work Great communication and teamwork

Bonus Points (Not Required):

Previous workshop or factory experience Familiarity with plastic processing, extrusion, or basic mechanics Forklift or pallet truck experience

What You'll Get:

10 - 17 per hour, based on age, experience and shift Half hour lunch break paid for

33 days holiday

(25 days + bank holidays) Company pension scheme Full training and support The chance to grow within a pioneering climate startup A role with purpose -- helping drive real change in plastic recycling

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short note about why you're interested to:

connor@circular11.com

We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait to get in touch!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,400.00-35,500.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Work Location: In person