Injection Mould Setter — Mon-Fri, Early Friday Finish

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd in the Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire Border area is recruiting an experienced Injection Moulding Tool Setter. You will carry out mould changes, set and adjust machine parameters, and support daily production to maintain high quality standards.

The role requires hands-on expertise in injection moulding, attention to process control, and the ability to troubleshoot tooling issues. This is a permanent, full-time position with day shifts and a early finish on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in injection moulding machine setting.
• Confidence carrying out mould changes and machine start-ups.
• Good understanding of injection moulding processes.
• Ability to identify and resolve production and quality issues.
• Good mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mould changes, machine setting and start-ups.
• Set and adjust machine parameters to maintain product quality.
• Monitor production and resolve moulding defects.
• Complete first-off inspections and necessary adjustments.
• Troubleshoot machinery and tooling issues.
• Minimise downtime and support production efficiency.
• Work alongside production colleagues to meet daily requirements.
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment.

Skills

Injection moulding setting

Mould changes

Machine start-ups

Quality issue resolution

Job description

Optima UK Inc Ltd in the Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire Border area is recruiting an experienced Injection Moulding Tool Setter. You will carry out mould changes, set and adjust machine parameters, and support daily production to maintain high quality standards.

The role requires hands-on expertise in injection moulding, attention to process control, and the ability to troubleshoot tooling issues. This is a permanent, full-time position with day shifts and a early finish on Fridays.