Job Title: Injection Moulding Technician
Salary: £40,000
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Working Hours: 6am – 2pm
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Technician to join a busy and forward-thinking manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will be responsible for setting and running moulding production orders, ensuring consistent high-quality output. You'll play a key role in achieving Right First Time and Just in Time manufacturing, working with advanced moulding techniques and standardised processes.
Key Responsibilities
Set and condition injection mould tools to meet production requirements
Run production orders using pre-set programmes, monitoring output quality throughout the shift
Respond to machine alarms and faults, implementing permanent corrective actions
Carry out routine maintenance and fault finding on injection moulding machines and tooling
Control and optimise processing parameters in line with product standards and cost requirements
Maintain accurate records of maintenance, production, and quality checks
Support supervision of shift staff when required in the absence of a Supervisor
Perform quality checks in line with company standards and identify defects
Ensure safe handling and accurate movement of materials and stock
Support tooling trials, processing, and optimisation for new projects
Operate forklift truck when licensed
Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 3 years' experience as an Injection Moulding Technician
Experience with injection moulding machines, tooling, and process optimisation
Familiarity with production or ERP systems
Strong problem-solving skills with an innovative mindset
Good communication and decision-making ability
High attention to detail
Continuous improvement mindset with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
For further details, please contact Nick Sollis – 01453 829767 or email your cv
Omega Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.
We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
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