At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a night shift team in optimising injection moulding processes and ensuring quality production.
- Company: Established injection moulding manufacturer with a forward-thinking approach.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 4-day work week, company pension, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and advance your career in the exciting world of injection moulding.
- Qualifications: Experience in injection moulding and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 34200 - 41800 £ per year.
Our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer, has retained our services to search for an experienced Injection Moulding Technician/Supervisor to join their team.
Benefits:
- Mon-Thurs (4 day working week)
- Company pension
- Extensive training and development opportunities
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
Remit:
An excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking injection moulding manufacturer of components and assemblies servicing a wide range of industries. Candidates MUST HAVE demonstrable experience within injection moulding manufacturing with good mould setting and processing skills. This opportunity will suit an Injection Moulding Technician who is looking to continue their development and further their career within the industry.
Role:
The successful candidate will carry out safe and efficient mould tool changes and machine set-ups. Responsibilities include:
- Optimising cycle times, quality and productivity while minimising downtime.
- Troubleshooting mould, machine and process issues effectively.
- Monitoring production performance and identifying process improvement opportunities.
- Ensuring production meets customer quality standards and documentation requirements.
- Completing tool changes in line with production priorities.
- Working closely with Maintenance, Quality and Production teams to resolve technical issues.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the production process.
- Leading and supporting the night shift team of six operators.
- Allocating staffing effectively to meet production requirements.
- Promoting teamwork, communication, accountability and safe working practices.
- Monitoring performance and supporting training, development and onboarding.
- Managing immediate operational, welfare and safety issues, escalating where appropriate.
- Reporting any HR, disciplinary, attendance or welfare concerns to the Production Manager.
- Supporting the onboarding and training of new employees when required.
Experience:
- Previous experience working as an Injection Moulding Setter or Technician.
- Strong understanding of injection moulding processes, machine setting and fault-finding.
- Proven experience carrying out mould tool changes safely and efficiently.
- Good communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and make effective decisions during night shift operations.
- Previous supervisory or team leader experience desired but not essential.
- Proactive, practical and hands-on approach to identifying and resolving problems.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 systems.
Setter Supervisor in Medway employer: Sierra 57 Consult
As a Service Engineer Apprentice with our esteemed client, you will be part of a dynamic team in the thriving plastics industry, where innovation meets opportunity. The company offers an excellent work culture that prioritises employee growth through hands-on training and mentorship, alongside competitive benefits such as overtime pay, a company vehicle, and a generous holiday allowance. This role not only provides a pathway to a rewarding career but also fosters a supportive environment that values your contributions and development.
