At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Moulding Division, manage production, and troubleshoot issues hands-on.
- Company: A leading plastics manufacturer with a strong reputation and secure customer base.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career advancement in a well-established company.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in a rewarding manufacturing role.
- Qualifications: Experience in plastic injection moulding and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 36450 - 44550 £ per year.
A leading plastics manufacturing business, providing a range of specialist engineering services, is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Technician / Shift Manager to join their team.
Monday- Thursday | 10-hour shifts. Salary dependent on experience.
As the senior member of staff on site during the shift, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Moulding Division, overseeing people, production, problem-solving and process efficiency. The role will also involve hands-on Injection Moulding Technician duties, ensuring production runs smoothly and efficiently throughout the shift.
As an Injection Moulding Technician / Shift Manager, your duties will include:
- Management of the mouldshop and packaging/assembly teams
- Setting up production runs to works orders across all moulding machines, ensuring the agreed production schedule is achieved with a strong focus on quality, efficiency and a 'right first time' approach
- Tool changing and setting mould tools in machines
- Conducting tool trials, process optimisation and effective fault finding / troubleshooting
- Monitoring production quality and identifying and reporting any quality concerns at the earliest opportunity
- Supporting and developing team members to maintain high standards of performance, quality and efficiency
To be successful in the role of Injection Moulding Technician / Shift Manager, the ideal candidate will:
- Have extensive knowledge and experience of plastic injection moulding, including processing, machinery, materials, troubleshooting and process improvement
- Have proven experience leading or supervising a team within a manufacturing environment
- Have a hands-on approach with the ability to take ownership of production issues and drive solutions
- Be quality-focused, organised and able to work effectively under pressure
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer with a strong reputation, secure customer base, and ongoing investment in its people and processes. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding Technical Shift Manager role, we'd love to hear from you.
Injection Moulding Shift Manager in Bewbush employer: ASC Connections Ltd
ASC Connections Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and continuous improvement in the precision manufacturing sector. With flexible hours and a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to high-stakes projects in aerospace and automotive industries. Our collaborative culture encourages teamwork and empowers you to make a meaningful impact on quality performance.
