Experienced Injection Mould Setter required to join moulding team department .
Day shift (8am – 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am – 1:30 Friday, total 39.5 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out mould tool installations, start-ups, shutdowns, and material batch and colour changes.
- Set machines to approved validated settings and ensure optimal performance of tooling and ancillary equipment.
- Work closely with the MouldShop / Production Manager to improve efficiency, reduce scrap, and explore automation opportunities.
- Process and document mould trials and support the quality team with new tooling validation.
- Perform planned maintenance on moulds and ancillary equipment and liaise with machine maintenance contractors when necessary.
- Monitor moulded parts to ensure product quality during production.
- Assist engineering in the installation and validation of new equipment and ensure a smooth transition into production.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Relevant industry experience, ideally with an apprenticeship or accredited training certification.
- Familiarity with modern Fanuc, Engel, and Boy machines, as well as Fanuc robot control systems.
- Experience in processing a range of polymers, including ABS, PC, PE, PVC, and HDPE.
- Understanding of injection mould tooling, ideally with experience in insert changes.
- A proactive approach to continuous improvements within the MouldShop.
- A positive attitude towards quality, safety, and process optimisation.
- Ability to work well within a team and adapt to a dynamic production environment.
- Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
This is Permanent position.
Salary: £35,000 per year
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