Injection Moulding Setter

Job Description

Injection Moulding Setter

Location : Wythenshawe, Manchester

Salary : £38,000 – £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent Shift Pattern :

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Injection Moulding Setter to join our busy production team in Wythenshawe, Manchester. Reporting directly to the Shift Supervisor or Production Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our plastic products are manufactured to the highest standards, in line with supplied specifications and formulas, through safe, efficient, and effective operation of injection moulding equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production processes to maintain optimum running conditions
• Perform tooling changeovers and start-up / shut-down procedures
• Resolve machine-related production and quality issues efficiently and in a timely manner
• Produce high-quality moulded products with minimal scrap
• Conduct barrel and screw cleaning routines
• Provide clear and efficient end-of-shift handovers
• Monitor and maintain product quality in accordance with specifications, performing regular quality checks and recordings throughout the shift
• Assist with tool trials and support optimum production achievement
• Help other moulding setters and operators as needed
• Use fork trucks and manual handling to move raw materials and finished products
• Maintain a clean, tidy workplace with excellent housekeeping (5S standards)
• Follow operating procedures, setting sheets, and report any breaches of works rules immediately to the Production Manager
• Make every effort to minimise moulded product scrap and achieve targeted machine efficiencies

Key Performance Indicators

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience & Knowledge

Key Skills & Competencies

Benefits

If you are a hands-on, technically minded individual with a passion for quality plastic moulding and want to contribute to efficient, high-standard production in a supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant injection moulding setting experience to [insert email / application link / contact details].

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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