Injection Moulding Technical Manager in Caerphilly

Injection Moulding Technical Manager

Location: South Wales

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive Salary (DOE)

An established and growing manufacturing business in South Wales is looking to bring an Injection Moulding Process Engineer into their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced process engineer to take ownership of moulding process optimisation, support new product introductions, and drive improvements in quality and efficiency within a high‑performing technical team. This role offers the opportunity to develop into a Technical Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Set up and fine‑tune injection moulding machines for optimal cycle times and product quality
• Analyse and improve current processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Support production teams with hands‑on troubleshooting and problem‑solving
• Conduct trials and validations for new tools, materials, and product launches
• Collaborate with internal departments including tooling, maintenance, and quality
• Work closely with partner facility to implement best practices at the Hengoed site
• Develop and maintain process documentation such as setup sheets, validation reports, and work instructions
• Support tooling trials and participate in design reviews for manufacturability and process capability
• Perform process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process‑related issues
• Monitor and report on KPIs including scrap, cycle time, and downtime
• Identify and implement cost savings and efficiency improvements
• Promote knowledge sharing and skill development across the technical department
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities

Requirements

• Previous experience in injection moulding process engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of polymer materials, mould tool design, and moulding machine operation
• Proficient in process analysis and validation tools (DOE, SPC, FMEA)
• Familiarity with automation and robotics in moulding operations is advantageous
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field
• Technical certifications in injection moulding (e.g. RJG, G&A) are a strong advantage
• Knowledge of regulated industry standards such as ISO 13485 (medical devices) is beneficial

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Opportunity to work in a technically challenging and rewarding environment
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive team and collaborative working culture
• Career progression potential within a growing business

For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on 01453 829776, or email kieren.provis@omegaresource.co.uk