At a Glance
- Tasks: Optimise moulding processes and troubleshoot issues for consistent quality.
- Company: Join HellermannTyton, a global leader in cable management solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy enhanced leave, mental health support, and free parking.
- Other info: Be part of a culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with ambitious growth plans.
- Qualifications: Experience in moulding or extrusion engineering and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 38000 £ per year.
Are you ready to optimise manufacturing excellence? HellermannTyton has an exciting opportunity!
Location: 39 William Prance Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5WR
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
About Us: At HellermannTyton, we're more than just a leading manufacturer - we're a trusted global partner in cable management, data connectivity, and network infrastructure solutions. Since 1935, our mission has been to provide innovative solutions for all cable management needs with customer satisfaction as our priority. Our portfolio includes more than 75,000 items, and we operate 15 world-class manufacturing facilities in 38 countries, employing over 6,000 people. You will be joining a business with ambitious growth plans, currently undergoing a period of change to enhance our performance and seize every opportunity for greater success. We strive to be elite and are looking for individuals who share this vision.
The Role: As a Moulding Process Engineer, you will develop, document, and optimise moulding process parameters to achieve consistent quality and performance. You will lead troubleshooting of process-related issues on moulding machines, tooling and auxiliary equipment, while supporting the introduction and validation of new moulds. You will champion scientific moulding techniques and data-driven decision making, collaborate with Maintenance teams on continuous improvement activities, and provide technical training to setters and operators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, document, and optimise moulding process parameters to achieve consistent quality and performance
- Lead troubleshooting of process-related issues and identify sustainable corrective actions
- Support the introduction, commissioning, and validation of new moulds and tooling
- Champion scientific moulding techniques and data-driven decision making
- Collaborate with Maintenance and the CI Lead to drive TPM activities and equipment uptime
- Implement and support SMED activities to reduce changeover times
- Support the development and maintenance of process documentation including SOPs and validation reports
- Provide technical training and coaching to setters and operators
- Participate in trials, automation integration and continuous improvement projects
- Support engineering change management and Quality and Validation standards
- Promote a culture of right-first-time performance and continuous improvement
You:
- Time served engineer or HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline
- Proven experience in moulding or extrusion process engineering in rubber, silicone, or plastic environments
- Strong understanding of moulding principles, tooling design, and machine control systems
- Hands-on experience with process optimisation, validation, and troubleshooting techniques
- Knowledge of TPM, SMED, Lean, continuous improvement principles and Six Sigma
- Data-driven approach to problem-solving, comfortable using SPC, capability studies, and DOE
- Effective communicator and team player able to influence across departments
- Methodical, safety-conscious, and resilient under pressure
Benefits:
- Enhanced annual leave
- Enhanced family-friendly leave policies
- An enhanced sick pay scheme
- Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support, including access to counselling, an employee assistance programme, mortgage brokering services, and additional resources for you and your family
- Free on-site car parking
- Subsidised canteen facilities at our larger locations
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List for recruitment agencies and are not currently seeking additional partners. Any CVs submitted speculatively by agencies outside of our PSL will be treated as a gift, and no fees will be payable.
To submit your CV for this exciting opportunity, click Apply today!
Moulding Process Engineer in Devon employer: HellermannTyton
HellermannTyton in Crownhill is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With enhanced annual leave and comprehensive wellbeing support, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow their careers in a supportive environment.
