Mould Setter Setter – Nights | Temp to Perm
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Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum once permanent, depending on experience
Job Type: Temp to Perm
Shift: Initially days for training, then nights
We are recruiting on behalf of an established manufacturing business based in Harlow for an experienced Mouldshop Setter to join their team.
This is a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity. The successful candidate will initially work day shifts for approximately two weeks to complete training and become familiar with the machinery, tooling and company processes before moving onto the permanent night shift.
The Role
Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will help ensure the smooth and efficient running of the mouldshop, supporting production and ensuring jobs are set up correctly and ready for operators.
Key Responsibilities
Setting and starting injection moulding jobs.
Installing and setting moulds using clamps, bolts and hand tools.
Moving and lifting moulds using forklifts and gantry equipment.
Setting machine controls, including temperature, pressure and cycle times.
Ensuring the correct materials are available and added before production starts.
Preparing production jobs and ensuring operators understand the job requirements.
Monitoring production and ensuring quality standards are maintained.
Troubleshooting injection moulding and machine issues.
Carrying out basic machine maintenance.
Reporting machine breakdowns where further engineering support is required.
Carrying out quality checks and identifying product defects.
Following quality documentation and production procedures.
Ensuring finished products are correctly labelled.
Ensuring regrind materials are correctly labelled.
Providing cover for mouldshop operators when required.
Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised mouldshop.
Following all company health and safety procedures.
About You
Previous experience as a Mould Setter within an injection moulding environment.
Strong technical understanding of injection moulding processes.
Experience with mould and tooling installation and setting.
Good knowledge of injection moulding machine controls and settings.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Experience using hand tools.
Forklift experience is desirable. xgikmsk
Experience using gantry equipment would be advantageous.
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Mould Setter employer: Interaction Recruitment
Interaction Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and employee well-being. With competitive pay and flexible shifts, this role in Gateshead provides opportunities for personal growth and skill development, making it an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful employment in a dynamic environment.
