Injection Mould Setter Technician
Portsmouth
£18.60 per hour
Double Day Shift Rotation (6:00am - 2:00pm / 2:00pm - 10:00pm)
Long-Term Temporary Contract
V3 Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a leading automotive manufacturing company based in Portsmouth, who are currently looking to recruit an experienced Injection Mould Setter Technician to join their growing team on a long-term temporary basis.
With decades of engineering excellence and a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions across the automotive, motorsport, aerospace and defence sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking manufacturer operating from a modern, purpose-built facility.
This role would suit a skilled Injection Mould Setter with a strong technical background who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in delivering quality products and efficient machine performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Change mould tools and set machines to approved production settings
- Carry out machine set‑ups to ensure optimum production performance and quality standards
- Conduct basic process troubleshooting to resolve production issues and maintain output
- Complete and document prototype tool trials
- Ensure compliance with all operating procedures, work instructions and quality standards
- Monitor machine utilisation, production output and efficiencies, taking corrective action where required
- Identify and recommend process improvements to support departmental performance targets
- Accurately complete production and quality documentation
- Use shop‑floor systems and production software to record and track manufacturing data
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' experience within an injection moulding manufacturing environment
- Previous experience of mould setting and machine changeovers
- PTIC Mould Setting skills desirable
- NVQ Level 1 & 2, City & Guilds, or equivalent engineering qualification preferred
- Good mechanical and technical aptitude
- Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience using MRP or shop‑floor production booking systems would be advantageous
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What's on Offer?
- Competitive pay rate of £18.60 per hour
- Long-term temporary assignment with stability and ongoing work
- Opportunity to join a highly respected engineering and manufacturing business
- Modern working environment with state-of-the-art equipment
- Exposure to projects across automotive, motorsport, aerospace and defence industries
- Supportive and skilled team environment
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Injection Mould Setters in Portsmouth employer: V3 Recruitment Ltd
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