Injection Mould Setter/Technician

TN United Kingdom; Eastleigh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A global leading manufacturer is seeking an Injection Mould Setter/Technician near Southampton. The role involves setting machine processes, conducting maintenance, and ensuring quality control. This position offers development opportunities and potential for permanent conversion, with competitive pay and benefits upon conversion.

Benefits

Pension & Life Assurance

Healthcare benefits

Wellbeing programs

Family support and enhanced leave policies

Sick pay and additional perks

Qualifications

• Experience in an injection moulding environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and use measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform tool changes and set machine processes following safety guidelines.
• Assist in trialing new tools to optimize performance.
• Maintain accurate production records.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

IMT Qualification

Job description

Injection Mould Setter/Technician required near Southampton for a global leading manufacturer.

Job Details

• Location: Eastleigh (Near Southampton)
• Type: Temporary/Contract with strong likelihood for permanent conversion
• Pay: £15.09 per hour (Basic), £5.05 per hour (Shift enhancement)
• Hours: Rolling 4-weekly shift pattern, 12-hour shifts (day and night shifts, Monday to Sunday)

Responsibilities

• Perform tool changes and set machine processes following safety and best practice guidelines.
• Assist in trialing new tools to optimize performance.
• Provide hands-on process support and ensure minimal machine downtime.
• Optimize setting conditions to reduce scrap and waste.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Obtain 'first and last off' approval samples for quality control.
• Maintain consistent quality during production runs.
• Conduct routine maintenance of machines and tools.
• Create and manage setting sheets and update production and quality displays.

Requirements

• Experience in an injection moulding environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and use measuring tools.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Flexible and adaptable attitude.
• Understanding of health & safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal injection moulding qualifications (e.g., IMT).

Development Opportunities

Ongoing development with the opportunity to study for IMT2, IMT3, and IMT4 qualifications.

Benefits upon Permanent Conversion

• Pension & Life Assurance
• Healthcare benefits
• Wellbeing programs
• Family support and enhanced leave policies
• Sick pay and additional perks

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